George Lucas Called 'Wicked' Director Jon M. Chu to Praise the Movie
VarietyStory by Zack Sharf
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Hollywood titans collide as 'Star Wars' visionary George Lucas praises box office smash 'Wicked' to director Jon M. Chu
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- Lucas personally reached out to Chu to gush over the blockbuster musical adaptation, cementing the film's mainstream appeal
- 'Wicked' has already grossed an impressive $571 million worldwide, proving the enduring popularity of the 'Wizard of Oz' franchise
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George Lucas, Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked