Wicked film reveals Elphaba's escape and Glinda's capture in dramatic ending

The film "Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, explores the friendship between Elphaba and Glinda. In the ending of Part One, Elphaba escapes from the Emerald City after discovering the Wizard's true nature and the suffering of Oz's animals. Elphaba tries to convince Glinda to flee with her, but only Glinda is captured by the guards. Elphaba manages to escape on her enchanted broom, vowing to fight against the Wizard's cruelty while singing "Defying Gravity." Elphaba rejects the Wizard's offer to join him after realizing he is a fraud responsible for the animals' suffering. This decision highlights her strong sense of justice and empathy for those marginalized in Oz.