eejohnston-56374
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I initially watched this movie in a Big D theatre on Monday as part of the Amazon Prime sneak peak. I just finished watching it for the second time and since I have one of those deals where you can watch 3 movies in a week, I will be going again this Sunday. To say that my expectations for this movie were unfair is an understatement...but, I've seen this on staged and listened to the Broadway soundtrack for two decades. But, I can honestly say that this movie went far beyond my high expectations in delivering a movie that is hands down the best book to stage to movie adaptation I've ever watched. As I sat there stunned with the rest of the audience on Monday, the only word I can think of is "gobsmacked!" Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were perfectly cast and managed to make Elphaba and Glinda their own while literally paying homage to Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. Grande is exceptional at comedic timing (anyone who's watched her on SNL knows she's hilarious); but, it's when there are more nuanced moments between her Glinda and Erivo's Elphaba where she is at her best. And Erivo's performance? MIND BLOWING! The depth of emotions she conveys with her eyes are scene stealing! Supporting cast is great but I will not be surprised if both Grande and Erivo nab Oscar nominations for this movie.
