The holiday movie season shifts into overdrive this week with two of the biggest productions of 2024, “Wicked” and “Gladiator II,” hitting theaters. Do they live up to expectations? Read on.

Wicked’ is a case where the movie builds upon the original, and in its own way even improves upon the stage version.

The screen version of the Broadway musical has plenty of extra time to wander since it only covers the first act. That’s a mixed blessing.

Cynthia Erivo is moving while Ariana Grande delights in an entertaining holiday event film that defies expectations ...

Stephen Schwartz's songs are not for amateurs. What "Wicked" the movie does best is cast people who can sing them.

“Wicked” opens with the citizens of the Land of Oz celebrating the death of Elphaba the Wicked Witch (Erivo), who was done in ...

Jon M. Chu’s Wicked brings Oz to life with stunning visuals and unforgettable performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

With its top-notch technical presentation and incredible performances form Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, 'Wicked' is a ...

LENGTH 2:40 WHERE Opening Friday at area theaters BOTTOM LINE Part one of the Broadway musical’s big-screen version is a ...

This story of self-acceptance and female empowerment is visually ravishing but with part one an hour longer than The Wizard ...

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande wow in 'Wicked,' a fabulous two-part film adaptation of Broadway’s what-makes-a-villain spin ...

While bloated, the film version of “Wicked” is enjoyable and will please fans who will delight in hearing favorite songs.