Michelle Yeoh Explains Why ‘Wicked’ Is “Reflective of Our Society” and How “I Kicked Myself to Shattering the Glass Ceiling”

Story by Georg Szalai

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Trailblazing actress Michelle Yeoh opens up about shattering glass ceilings, making meaningful films, and her journey from Hong Kong's golden age to Hollywood's leading lady.

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Yeoh revealed that the acclaimed film
was originally written for Jackie Chan, highlighting how male stars still have an easier time getting projects greenlit in Hollywood.

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Michelle Yeoh, Jackie Chan, Ang Lee, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Marvel, Netflix, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Tomorrow Never Dies, Sense and Sensibility, Crazy Rich Asians, Wicked

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