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The Wizard of Wicked
Director Jon M. Chu discusses his groundbreaking vision of Oz.
Credits
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Total running time
60min
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British Sign Language (BSL):
Friday 10 October 11:00
Live captions:
Friday 10 October 11:00
Introduction
Jon M. Chu, director of the BAFTA and Oscar-winning Wicked, joins us ahead of this November’s epic conclusion to the story, to give some insight into his creative journey as he reimagined the mythical land of Oz for a new generation. Taking us behind the curtain of his global blockbuster cinematic event, Jon M. Chu shares an inside look how his adaptation of the iconic stage musical was made. This in-depth conversation will explore his creative process: from adaptation and casting to the extraordinary world-building design and fully developing the emotional heartbeat of Elphaba and Glinda’s deep bond. The conversation will also delve into this year’s Wicked: For Good, offering early insights into what’s next for the saga and giving the audience an exciting glimpse into the vision behind one of the most highly anticipated film events of the year.
How to book
This event is free and open to those aged 12 and over.
Booking opens on Thursday 2 October at 10am.
Tickets for LFF for Free events are over-allocated to account for no-shows. Tickets do not guarantee entry and work on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Seating is unallocated unless otherwise stated.
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