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5 Reasons Why Wicked Dominated The Box Office

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The Wizard of Oz musical Wicked casts a spell on audiences, dominating the box office with a gravity-defying opening.
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  • Wicked's opening weekend haul of $93.8 million shatters previous records for a musical film debut, signaling major mainstream appeal.
  • Director Jon M. Chu's bold creative vision, including dazzling visual effects, has critics raving that this Wicked adaptation takes the beloved story to new heights.
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Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked
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