The truth is, I haven't seen it yet, but what you've said has dampened my hype a bit, haha. I totally agree with you that many people judge musicals without giving them a chance; it's a difficult genre, but when it's done well, it's pure magic. I'm a little worried about what you mentioned regarding Elphaba's motivations; it sounds like they simplified a super complex social and personal conflict by reducing it to "heartbreak," which would be a shame for such a powerful character. Thanks for the honest review! Cheers.