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entertainment1 month ago

Paul Tazewell Discusses Costume Design and Silent Storytelling in 'Wicked'

Paul Tazewell, renowned costume designer and first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design, discusses his work on 'Wicked,' highlighting how costumes like Glinda's iridescent dress and Elphaba's black attire tell silent stories about the characters' identities and histories, influenced by his lifelong fascination with Oz and his personal background in textiles and design.

movies1 year ago

Fashioning Feminism: 'Wicked' Costumes Reimagined for the Screen

Paul Tazewell, the costume designer for the film adaptation of 'Wicked,' discusses his approach to modernizing the iconic costumes of characters like Glinda and Elphaba. Tazewell aimed to balance the original Broadway show's visual language with new elements that reflect the characters' emotional journeys. His designs incorporate historical and fantastical elements, drawing inspiration from various sources, including the 1939 film and organic motifs. Tazewell's work emphasizes character-driven choices, creating costumes that are both nostalgic and innovative, with a subtle nod to modern feminism.