Defying Gravity: Femininity and Societal Expectations in Wicked (2024) Through an Intersectional Feminist Lens

This study analyzes gender intersection and social roles in Wicked (2024). This study displays the film's take on feminist themes and social expectations. It examines Elphaba's identity as a minority who experiences discrimination. It examines how the film depicts the oppression experienced by the female character and how society expects the female character to be. This study fills the gap by using intersectional theory to examine Elphaba's struggles facing power, beauty standards, and self-acceptance. This study applies a qualitative approach to analyze key scenes and dialogue that portray the biases female characters face. Wicked shakes up traditional ideas about feminism by pointing out the social pressures that lead women to take on roles that are often seen as forbidden. At the same time, it tells stories of enablement and standing up for oneself. This piece looks at how gender is represented in today's fantasy films and emphasizes why it's important to take a feminist, intersectional approach.