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WICKED: FOR GOOD – Review

So, here’s a riddle that could flummox a few filmgoers. When is a sequel technically not a sequel? Now, we’re not referring to a number following a title (GODFATHER II comes to mind), or an entry in a series (as with James Bond or even Sherlock Holmes). That’s when a new film is a conclusion, ending a big story that’s split in two, usually shot at the same time. Pierre Spengler and the Salkind family famously produced two 70s adaptations this way, with the Three Musketeers (allegedly some of its stars weren’t told the movie was going to be split) and the big budget Superman (replacing the director for the concluding flick). That method was revived with Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films. And when the last Harry Potter book was too epic, it was spread over two (as was the big Avengers/Thanos battle). Now, we come to the case of a big Broadway stage musical hit (it’s still running there), that the producers felt was just too complex for one cinema experience (plus, they could perhaps double the box office). The “first act” was a huge smash at the end-of-the-year holidays in 2024 at the multiplex, so now they’re hoping that much of that massive audience will want to “return to Oz” in 2025 for WICKED: FOR GOOD. Grab your brooms and wands…

The fantasy fable begins just a few miles from the Emerald City as the Wizard’s workers and official guards crack the whip on some harnessed lumbering beasts (looking like a hybrid of the buffalo or yak) in order to finish the long, winding Yellow Brick Road. But those abused animals have an unlikely rescuer. Soaring down through the clouds is not a caped superhero, but a wicked witch, Elphaba (Cynthisa Erivo). She frees the creatures after a brief battle, then heads skyward. Meanwhile, the Emerald City and Munchkinland are littered with banners, posters, and leaflets warning the populace of this “green-skinned menace”. There, her old Shiz College roommate Glinda (Ariana Grande-Butera) is the spokesperson (a bright, calming face) for the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum), while Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh) is his crafty consort in the shadows. The duo convince Glinda that it would help unify the citizens if she announced her engagement to the newly appointed Captain of the Wizard’s Guards, Fiyero (Jonathon Bailey) at that day’s big city ceremony. This comes as a surprise to him, since he still secretly harbors feelings for the “enemy of Oz”. Later, Elphaba encounters several animals trying to leave Oz through a tunnel under the YBR that would lead them to a desert land far away from oppression. She tries to rally them, but the animals reject her when a certain timid feline explains that “El” cast a spell that made the monkeys sprout wings. From there she visits her estranged sister Nessarose (Marissa Bode)who has been appointed governor of Munchkinland after the death of their father. In her office, her former beau Boq (Ethan Slater) is now her servant and is prohibited from traveling, along with all the Munchkins. After enchanting Nessa’s shoes (really slippers), Elphaba is stunned when her sister snatches her book of magic, the Grimmerie, and tries to put a love spell on Boq. When this threatens his life, El uses her powers to avert a fatal tragedy, changing him forever. It’s then that she decides to return to Emerald City to strike a truce with the Wizard to free the animals. This also results in a happy reunion with her “Shiz sister”, but El soon learns of the Wiz’s sinister future plans. As she speeds away on her broom, Morrible hatches a deadly plot. She’ll use her weather manipulation magic to endanger Nessa and lure El to her doom. But what happens when an innocent from another world is thrown (lands, really) into the conflict o Oz?

While the focus of part one was “up for grabs” (and wasn’t Universal a bit wicked for hiding that “listing’ in the 2024 marketing), here it’s clearly Erivo as the often distraught but determined Elphaba. Sure, she’s an avenging rebel in many sequences, streaking out of the sun with more speed than any action hero from Marvel or DC, but there’s a real sadness hovering just under that pointy hat. Erivo’s haunted gaze informs us of her sacrifices, as she must endure the vilest of hateful propaganda in order to help all of Oz. That’s in addition to her musical mastery that’s matched by her best screen partner, Grande-Butera as the now “less-flighty” Glinda. She’s also torn by her faith in the Wizard and her still-present affection for her Shiz sister. We get fewer funny moments with her this round (only a couple of “hair-flips”), as the character becomes more, dare why say, introspective, even examining her privileged younger years. This time out, Bailey is more of a swashbuckler than a flamboyant song-and-dance dude as the now military-minded Fiyero. Ditto for the much darker, dramatic turn as the tormented Boq. His former sweetheart has also taken a turn to tyranny, and Bode as Nessarose conveys her conflict as she yearns for the better times with her sister and old beau. And is there a better devious duo than the quirky but still charming Goldblum and the slinky, sinister Yeoh (love her sneering at Glinda) as the Wizard and Morrible? Happily, Bronwyn James and Bowen Yang return as Glinda’s old classmates, Shenshen and Pfannee, who are now Oz PR staff while bringing some much-needed levity.

Finishing the fantasy is director Jon M. Chu (unlike Richard Donner on the 78 Superman), who keeps the story rolling along and even inserts an action thriller aesthetic recalling his time in the GI Joe franchise. But he really shines in crafting the incredible production numbers, either the soulful ballads by Elphaba and Glinda or the big brassy bits with nearly of the Emerald City, which is just as gorgeous and green as before. Yes, like the first half, the production design, costumes, and backdrops (all the colorful flora and fauna) are delicious eye candy (what a great fodder for a “making of” coffee table tome). The expert effects work add to the visual wonders, with CGI making us believe in the Oz animals (especially those “winkeys”), even helping to put a new spin (no doubt to appease MGM/WB) on that iconic OG quartet. And in order to fill out the story’s second act (on stage, act two is usually shorter) musical wiz Stephen Schwartz has created a couple of new tunes. They’re hummable, but the real highlight is the title number “For Good”. But really, the most sensational songs are in the part. Nothing here has the infectious bounce of “Popular”and “What is This Feeling?” or the soulful yearning of “The Wizard and I” (the “I want” number) or the soaring majesty of “Defying Gravity”, but they’re going for the action and drama which isn’t quite as fun as the “big set” and character intros of last year’s flick. Still, this is a big splashy spectacle which should delight fans and families (though the tots may need some help through scarier violent bits) who want to continue the epic fantastical fable that concludes (maybe) with WICKED: FOR GOOD.

3 Out of 4

WICKED: FOR GOOD is now playing in theatres everywhere

Win Passes To The St. Louis Advance Screening Of WICKED: FOR GOOD

And now whatever way our stories end, I know you have rewritten mine by being my friend …

Last year’s global cinematic cultural sensation, which became the most successful Broadway film adaptation of all time, now reaches its epic, electrifying, emotional conclusion in WICKED: FOR GOOD.

THIS THANKSGIVING, UNIVERSAL PICTURES PROUDLY PRESENTS THE MAGICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR!

#WickedForGood only in theaters November 21.

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The St. Louis screening is at 7PM on Tuesday, November 18th at The Alamo Drafthouse – City Foundry.

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Rated PG

Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba in WICKED FOR GOOD, directed by Jon M. Chu.

Directed once again by award-winning director Jon M. Chu and starring the spectacular returning cast, led by Academy Award^® nominated superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices.

Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum).

Glinda, meanwhile, has become the glamorous symbol of Goodness for all of Oz, living at the palace in Emerald City and reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. Under the instruction of Madame Morrible (Oscar^® winner Michelle Yeoh), Glinda is deployed to serve as an effervescent comfort to Oz, reassuring the masses that all is well under the rule of The Wizard.

As Glinda’s stardom expands and she prepares to marry Prince Fiyero (Olivier award winner and Emmy and SAG nominee Jonathan Bailey) in a spectacular Ozian wedding, she is haunted by her separation from Elphaba. She attempts to broker a conciliation between Elphaba and The Wizard, but those efforts will fail, driving Elphaba and Glinda only further apart. The aftershocks will transform Boq (Tony nominee Ethan Slater) and Fiyero forever, and threaten the safety of Elphaba’s sister, Nessarose (Marissa Bode), when a girl from Kansas comes crashing into all their lives.

As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.

Wicked: For Good also stars Emmy nominee Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James as Glinda’s fawning assistants, Pfannee and ShenShen and BAFTA and Grammy nominee Sharon D. Clarke (Caroline, or Change) as the voice of Elphaba’s childhood nanny, Dulcibear.

The filmis produced by returning Tony and Emmy winning powerhouse Marc Platt p.g.a. and by multiple Tony winner David Stone. The executive producers are Stephen Schwartz, David Nicksay, Jared LeBoff, Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox. The first film, Wicked, released in November 2024, earned 10 Academy Award^® nominations, including Best Picture, and won the Oscars^® for Costume Design and Production Design. To date, the film has grossed $750 million worldwide.

Wicked: For Good is based on the generation-defining musical stage play withmusic and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar^® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Star In First Trailer For WICKED FOR GOOD

And now whatever way our stories end, I know you have rewritten mine by being my friend …

Watch the first trailer now.

Ariana Granda is Glinda in WICKED FOR GOOD, directed by Jon M. Chu.

The film is produced by returning Tony and Emmy winning powerhouse Marc Platt p.g.a. and by multiple Tony winner David Stone. The executive producers are Stephen Schwartz, David Nicksay, Jared LeBoff, Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox. The first film, Wicked, released in November 2024, earned 10 Academy Award^® nominations, including Best Picture, and won the Oscars^® for Costume Design and Production Design. To date, the film has grossed $750 million worldwide.

Wicked: For Good is based on the generation-defining musical stage play with music and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar^® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

WICKED – Review

Hold on, here’s the big mega-budgeted and marketed blockbuster that could make the multiplex spin like a farmhouse in a twister. Yes, it has its roots in a much beloved iconic movie, but this version harkens back to another trend dating back to Hollywood’s Golden Age. I’m speaking of the “event” films that were taken from Broadway “smash” shows. Of course, the studios mounted so many original musicals, like the 1939 classic I mentioned earlier, though the stage ‘transplants” really became the “prestege” flicks through the 1950s and 60s with the Rodgers and Hammerstein adaptations, and the “roadshow presentations” that often garned Oscar gold, like THE SOUND OF MUSIC and MY FAIR LADY. Plus the “behind the scenes” wheeling and dealing filled the gossip columns as fans wondered if the original stage casts would be on film, or would they be replaced by “name” movie stars. The success of CHICAGO somewhat revived this sub-genre, though the Broadway to Hollywood formula hasn’t been a “sure” thing (how ’bout them CATS). Well, grab your wand (or broom) because those mega-screen sound systems will be put to the test with the long-awaited arrival of WICKED.

The movie opens near the ending of that timeless tale of THE WIZARD OF OZ, as word of their tormentor’s demise reaches the land of the Munchkins. The confused residents look to their protector, Glinda, the good witch of the North (Ariana Grande-Butera) for confirmation. She tells them that the news is true, which prompts much dancing and celebrating. It’s cut short when one of the revelers asks Glinda if she knew the wicked witch of the West. Yes again, and she tells them of a green baby born to the Munchkinland Governor’s wife, perhaps due to dalliance with a traveling salesman who “plied” her with a mysterious green elixir. The child is rejected by her father but develops a strong bond with her paraplegic kid sister after their mother dies in childbirth. Years later, the younger sister, Nessarose (Marissa Bode) is accepted to Shiz University. Her older sister Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) takes her to the campus orientation, where her fellow students are stunned by her green skin, especially the arriving “diva” Glinda Upland. When Elphaba panics over the staff’s brusk treatment of Nessarose, she inadvertently casts a levitating spell that attracts the attention of the lauded faculty member Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh). She offers private magic tutoring with Elphaba, but she’ll need to stay on at Shiz and share a room with Glinda (much to her ire). Despite their clashes, the two begin their studys, with Elphaba bonding with the historian Dr. Dillamond (voice of Peter Dinklage), the only animal teacher (a goat) at the school. Things get more complicated when the dashing and handsome Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey) begins classes, making Glinda swoon while annoying Elphaba (perhaps a spark). Over the next weeks, an anti-animal movement ousts Dillamond, and a friendship forms between Glinda and Elphaba just as she is summoned to Emerald City for an audience with the wonderful Wizard of Oz (Jeff Goldblum). The roommates travel together, but a nefarious plot turns the fun vacation into a desperate dive into dark magic, which will change the duo in unexpected ways.

As to the concerns of the previous stage-to-screen adaptations, even though the film actors didn’t “tread the boards, this is truly a dream ensemble of performances bringing these characters to life on film. First and foremost, after all, the title really refers to her role, is the powerful Ms. Erivo who brings that strength to Elphaba, but also shows us her vulnerability, whether as she joyfully imagines the meeting between “The Wizard and I”, or expressing her anxiety through dance at the big “secret” party. Erivo stands tall as she puts up a wall between her and a mocking world, then allows her strident glare to soften as she finally feels the warmth of kindness. Plus her thunderous vocals make the story soar in the big finale. It helps that she is a great “team player” as she pushes against the comedic juggernaut that is Grande-Butera as the vain, casually cruel, and often ditzy Glinda (though she really wants to be called “Gulinda” for much of the tale). Ms. Ariana sparkles off the screen, actually endearing us to her character’s catty “burns” or by her self-aware “hair-flipping”, weaponizing those lush locks. Speaking of lush, whew, that velvety voice is a big aid to Glinda being “Popular”. This is really the story of this mismatched pair, but they’ve got lots of support, starting with the equally gorgeous Bailey, who seems to be the perfect match for Glinda, until Elphaba nudges him away from his “mirror gazing”. Plus Bailey can really “cut a rug’ as he leads the school in a big splashy number at the library. Yeoh is quite a nurturing mother figure as Morrible, which makes the final act revelations more heart-wrenching. Goldblum is an affable a song-and dance dude ( truly “A Sentimental Man”) who also seems to be the perfect patriarch until, well, he’s not. Bode as Nessarose is full of wide-eyed wonder amplified when she meets her suitor, the sweet awkward Bok from Munchkinland played with a clownish slapstick ease by stage vet Ethan Slater. And in the background, though garnering great laughs are Glinda’s entourage led by the bombastic Browyn James as ShenShen and the snarky sensation of SNL, Bowen Yang as Pfannee.

Guiding through the familiar but somehow fresh and fabulous Oz is director John M. Chu, who honed his musical “chops by bringing us another stage hit IN THE HEIGHTS three years ago and helmed two entries in the STEP UP series. He keeps the camera moving swiftly through those incredible sets (mostly real with few pixels), knowing when to go “big” for the musical showcases but also letting the quiet inform us of the emotions. and how to hit the correct comedy “beats”. He’s more than “opened up” the live show, allowing us to immerse ourselves in this colorful gaudy wonder world. It helps that’s he’s got a witty script to work with thanks to the screenplay by Dana Fox and Winnie Holzman (who did the stage “book”) adapting the original novel by Gregory Maguire. And I must lavish praise on the superb art direction once again. Aside from the aforementioned sets, the costumes are fluid and functional, paired with some stylized, imaginative props, down to the unique eyeglasses worn by Elphaba and Pfannee. The Shizu sets are incredible, but they may be a ‘warm-up” for the astounding look of Emerald City and a great “take’ on the Wizard’s scary “false front”. The dancing is energetic and engaging, though much as was done in the HEIGHTS, often we’re getting overhead shots of folks dancing in their “box space”. Still, the number in the library as students dance and twirl on what looks to be the interior gears of a clock, is eye-popping. Much like the wonderful songs, leading up to a true showstopper in the final moments with lofty strains of “Defying Gravity”. And though the studio marketing team is trying to leave it off the ads and posters, this isn’t the full story, but those looking for epic entertainment will be ecstatic, and eager for the next serving, experiencing the tale of two witches that is WICKED.

3.5 Out of 4

WICKED is now playing in theatres everywhere

Win Passes To The St. Louis Advance Screening Of WICKED

The magical world of Oz, where you can expect the unexpected.

After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, WICKED makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season.

#WickedMovie is only in theaters November 22.

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The St. Louis screening is at the Marcus Chesterfield Cinema on Sunday, November 17 at 2pm.

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Please arrive early as seating is not guaranteed.

This film is rated PG for some scary action, thematic material and brief suggestive material.

L to R: Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba and Ariana Grande is Glinda in WICKED, directed by Jon M. Chu © Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved. Giles Keyte/Universal Pictures

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.

The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince; Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants, Fosse/Verdon) as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student; Marissa Bode in her feature-film debut as Nessarose, Elphaba’s favored sister; and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz.

The cast of characters includes Pfannee and ShenShen, two conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live) and Bronwyn James (Harlots), and a new character created for the film, Miss Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala Settle (The Greatest Showman).

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025.

Wicked is produced by Marc Platt (La La Land, The Little Mermaid), whose films, television shows and stage productions have earned a combined 46 Oscar® nominations, 58 Emmy nominations and 36 Tony nominations, and by multiple Tony winner David Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Next to Normal), with whom Platt produced the blockbuster Wicked stage musical.

The executive producers are David Nicksay, Stephen Schwartz and Jared LeBoff. Based on the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked is adapted for the screen by the stage production’s book writer Winnie Holzman and by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz. The Broadway stage musical is produced by Universal Stage Productions, Marc Platt, the Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.

Director Jon M Chu Talks Creating The WICKED World In New Featurette

Center L to R: Cynthia Erivo (as Elphaba), Director Jon M. Chu, and Ariana Granda (as Glinda) on the set of WICKED

“If you want to be inside the world, you have to build it.”

After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season.

Watch the new WICKED featurette.

The cast of characters includes Pfannee and ShenShen, two conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live) and Bronwyn James (Harlots); a new character created for the film, Miss Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala Settle (The Greatest Showman) and four-time Emmy winner Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones) as the voice of Dr. Dillamond.

Based on the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked is adapted for the screen by the stage production’s book writer Winnie Holzman and by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz. The Broadway stage musical is produced by Universal Stage Productions, Marc Platt, the Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.

Meet The Wizard Of Oz In New WICKED Trailer

Universal Pictures has dropped the second trailer for director Jon M. Chu’s WICKED.

WICKED, in theaters on November 27, 2024, is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. WICKED PART TWO is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025.

With a cast featuring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Keala Settle and Peter Dinklage, watch the trailer now.

Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

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See The First Teaser For WICKED Featuring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh And Jeff Goldblum

The first teaser for WICKED aired today during the Big Game.

WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.

The film opens November 27, 2024.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025.

WICKED is produced by Marc Platt (La La Land, The Little Mermaid), whose films, television shows and stage productions have earned a combined 46 Oscar® nominations, 58 Emmy nominations and 36 Tony nominations, and by multiple Tony winner David Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Next to Normal), with whom Platt produced the blockbuster Wicked stage musical. The executive producers are David Nicksay, Stephen Schwartz and Jared LeBoff.

Focus Features To Takeover The Landmark Theatres Sunset In Los Angeles For Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY In A One-Of-A-Kind Immersive Experience From June 15th – June 30th

Get ready to Blast Off!

Focus Features is transforming the Landmark Theatres Sunset in Los Angeles into a real-life Asteroid City for an exclusive two-week immersive experience. The pop-up will be open to the public beginning with 7:45PM preview screenings of ASTEROID CITY on Thursday, June 15th, with all five screens at the theater showing Wes Anderson’s newest film for the first two weeks of its theatrical run. ASTEROID CITY takes place in a fictional American desert town circa 1955, when the itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.

Brimming with vibrant colors and the unique aesthetic that has come to represent a Wes Anderson film, this singular experience will transport fans into another world. Patrons will have the opportunity to explore the fictional town of Asteroid City in person while capturing photos with set re-creations, props from the film, and costume displays. The theater’s concession area will be transformed into the 1950’s luncheonette seen in the movie, and interactive elements inspired by the film’s fictional town will be featured throughout the space.

Kevin Holloway President Landmark Theatres commented, “Landmark Theatres is proud to have innovative and collaborative studio partners like Focus Features, that like us, remain committed to celebrating specialty films like Wes Anderson’s latest, ASTEROID CITY. We’re excited to unveil our latest Landmark location by dedicating our entire Sunset complex to this fully immersive experience.”

Added Lisa Bunnell, President of Distribution at Focus Features, “Watching a Wes Anderson movie is an incredibly unique experience that can often feel like you’re stepping into an entirely new universe. We’re excited to partner with our friends at Landmark Theaters to bring his newest film to life with this pop-up and give fans the opportunity to experience a bit of Wes’ magic in person.”

(L to R) Jason Schwartzman stars as “Augie Steenbeck” and Scarlett Johansson stars as “Midge Campbell” in Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY, a Focus Features release. Credit: Courtesy of Pop. 87 Productions/Focus Features

In addition to standard admission tickets, fans can also purchase a premium experience ticket which will include a movie ticket, an exclusive t-shirt, and concessions.

Located at the Landmark Theatres Sunset at 8000 W Sunset Boulevard, the pop-up experience will be open from June 15^th – June 30^th.

For more information and to purchase tickets to ASTEROID CITY, visit: www.focusfeatures.com/asteroid-city

ASTEROID CITY takes place in a fictional American desert town circa 1955. Synopsis: The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.

The film’s huge cast features Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Stephen Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan, Jeff Goldblum.

ASTEROID CITY opens in limited theaters in NYC and LA on Friday, June 16th and expands nationwide on June 23rd.

(L to R) Tom Hanks as Stanley Zak, Hope Davis as Sandy Borden, Tony Revolori as Aide-de-Camp, and Liev Schreiber as J.J. Kellogg in writer/director Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY, a Focus Features release. Credit: Courtesy of Pop. 87 Productions/Focus Features

Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY First Trailer Features The Stellar Cast Of Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston And Jeff Goldblum

Focus Features has released the first trailer for Wes Anderson’s ASTEROID CITY.

ASTEROID CITY takes place in a fictional American desert town circa 1955.

The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.

Deadline is reporting that the film will debut in May at the Cannes Film Festival. Anderson’s previous films to bow at the festival are MOONRISE KINGDOM and THE FRENCH DISPATCH.

The huge cast includes Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Stephen Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan, and Jeff Goldblum.

Focus Features will release Asteroid City in select theaters on Friday, June 16th nationwide on Friday, June 23rd.

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