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Wicked Writer: 'As Long As You're Mine' Sexiness
26 Nov
Summary
- Screenwriter reveals 'As Long As You're Mine' scene's slow build.
- Wicked's success stems from collaborative artistic vision.
- Original musical DNA carefully expanded for film adaptation.
Screenwriter Winnie Holzman shared her deep gratitude for the immense success of "Wicked: For Good." She explained how she and Dana Fox expanded upon the Broadway musical's second act, which was only 45 minutes long, to create a richer cinematic experience while retaining the original's essence.
Holzman detailed the creative process, including the decision to build anticipation in the "As Long As You're Mine" scene, citing Carly Simon's quote about the sexiness of anticipation. She also touched upon the film's thematic depth, exploring the oppression of animals and drawing parallels to historical struggles, and how director Jon M. Chu brought these elements to life.
The writer highlighted the collaborative nature of the film's creation, from the actors' spontaneous moments to the strategic placement of scenes like the poppy field sequence at the end of the second movie. Holzman also reflected on the possibility of future installments, acknowledging that while the story has expanded, she is currently content with what has been achieved.
