Jon M. Chu on Wicked's Romantic Scene: A Collaborative Magic
Update: 2025-11-22
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Jon M. Chu, director of the upcoming movie musical Wicked: For Good, shares insights into the making of a pivotal romantic scene featuring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero. The iconic song As Long As Youre Mine was reimagined for the big screen, with Chu explaining that the original stage blocking wouldnt work in film. The creative process involved significant input from the actors, with Erivo suggesting a cozy nest for Elphaba and Bailey improvising a key moment where Fiyero removes Elphabas cape. The scene progresses with Fiyero leading Elphaba outside, where they sing together and embrace, ultimately levitating into the air. Chu praises the actors commitment to finding the truth in their characters, transforming a well-known stage number into a fresh and touching cinematic experience.
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