Actress Cynthia Erivo revealed why she pushed for Elphaba to have micro braids in the movie adaptation of Wicked. She explained that it was a way to represent Elphaba's strength and journey of self-discovery.
Director Jon M. Chu has opened up about why actress Cynthia Erivo pushed for Elphaba to have micro braids in the movie adaptation of Wicked . The hotly-anticipated film was released to huge critical acclaim last month, with Erivo and her costar lifting the lid on some of the more understated onscreen nuances in an interview with the movie’s behind-the-scenes crew.
In this interview, costume designer Paul Tazewell detailed how he used Elphaba’s costumes to further reflect her story, which he summarized as: “A young woman who was marginalized because of the color of her skin.” Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West introduces viewers to Elphaba as a baby born with green skin, leading to her being ostracized by her own family and society. While a team took charge of most of Elphaba’s appearance, Erivo pushed for some of the most poignant aspects. Makeup, hair, and prosthetic designer, Frances Hannon, said of Elphaba: “The green never changed, but the strength of her lips, her eyes, and the nails do. And that came from Cynthia.” Those who have seen the film will undoubtedly recall that as Elphaba’s magical powers get stronger, she becomes more confident and self-assured. Early in the film, Elphaba’s lips are the same color green as her skin, and her nails are unremarkable. By the end, her lips are bolder, and her nails have become a distinctive and attention-grabbing part of her look — something which is also true for Erivo in her day-to-day life
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