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'Wicked': Jon M. Chu on the Film's Color Grading

Variety
Story by Emiliana Betancourt
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Broadway sensation 'Wicked' casts a box office spell, as director Jon M. Chu teases the film's striking visual palette.
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  • Chu promises a 'Wizard of Oz' adaptation that will be 'elevated and cinematic' with a bold color grading approach, setting it apart from the iconic 1939 movie.
  • With Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande headlining, 'Wicked' scored a massive $114 million domestic debut, signaling strong audience demand for this fantasy musical on the big screen.
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Jon M. Chu, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Wicked, Wicked
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