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"Wicked," which recently premiered in cinemas, is a musical that reimagines the classic tale of "The Wizard of Oz." It draws from the novel by Gregory Maguire, which itself was a fanfiction interpretation of the original story. The musical first debuted on Broadway in 2003 and quickly gained popularity for its innovative storytelling and exploration of themes around morality and perception.
However, the excitement surrounding the film has been overshadowed by various controversies involving its lead actresses, particularly their public personas and remarks. This has led to questions about the film's underlying messages and the implications of "virtue signaling."