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Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked

2024 · 43 min

A breezy, glossy promotional peek that coasts on charm and star power rather than insight.

Directed by
Julia Knowles
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh
Tagline
An exclusive journey into Oz with the all-star cast!
Overview
A behind-the-scenes look at the highly-anticipated film Wicked, featuring interviews with the cast and crew.

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Directed by
Julia Knowles
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh
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    easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
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    • art
    • celebrity
    • friendship
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    contemporary
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    teen
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    • documentary
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    Humour3
    Realism9
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    Genres
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    Directed by
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    Starring
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    Runtime
    43 min
    Country
    United Kingdom
    Languages
    English

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