When it comes tolong-awaited films, there are few movies with as much anticipation asWicked.

Inspired byGregory Maguires best-selling novel, it became a cultural juggernaut when it transitioned to the Broadway stage.

‘Wicked’ Twists on Fiyeros Flirtatious Side

Fiyero’s roots can be traced back to authorL.

Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero Tigelaar posing with his black horse.

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Frank Baums original Oz lore, though the Winkie Prince himself is Maguires creation.

The big screen version ofWickedhonors this while adding a uniquely wonderful twist to his Lothario nature.

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Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba wearing her witches outfit while walking away from the emerald city.

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He shares his seductive side with all of his fellow students, no matter their gender.

And, whats more, he genuinely enjoys it, sharing some of his steamiest flirtations with male cohorts.

But the greatest alteration comes from his relationship with Elphaba.

Elphaba’s green hand, touching the face of Jonathan Bailey’s Fiyero in Wicked.

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Both of Fiyeros scenes with Elphaba exist on stage, but Bailey and Erivo fill their interactions with nuance.

Both actors give their first meeting new meaning with the screen version.

Its a fantastic way to set upElphabas upcoming conflictand solidify the complication that brews below Fiyeros surface.

Ariana Grande as Glinda in in front of the college in Wicked: Part One

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She gets under his skin in a way no one else can.

While many in Shiz lust for Fiyero, no one can see his internal unhappiness except for her.

Wickedis now playing in theaters.

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba looking nervous in Wicked: Part One

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The first of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.

Jeff Goldblum as the Wonderful Wizard of Oz in his throne room in Wicked,

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Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible surrounded by flying monkeys in Wicked.

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The story of how a green-skinned woman framed by the Wizard of Oz becomes the Wicked Witch of the West. The first of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical.

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