Movie Mashup Poster Trend Continues with Glicked
Remember Barbenheimer? It was the feel-good hit movie of the summer of 2023, blending one doll’s journey of self-discovery with the life story of the physicist who helped develop the first nuclear weapons. The feature existed only in the imaginations of poster designers but took on a life of its own.
The Latest Unlikely Double Bill
The latest unlikely double bill matches Gladiator II with Wicked, which seems particularly apt considering the existing Wicked poster controversy. Behold, the marvel that is Glicked… or Wickiator, if you prefer.
goodbye barbenheimer, it’s time for glicked#Wicked #Gladiator
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The Artist Behind the Design
The artist and designer Kadir Ozan, founder of @PosterEscape, has decided that the release of Gladiator II and Wicked just a week apart from each other merited a design mashup. The result is a fictional poster design for a film called Glicked (although some have suggested alternative portmanteau titles), combining elements of the posters for the two real movies.
Not Everyone is a Fan
Considering how upset actress Cynthia Erivo was about fans editing the Wicked poster to obscure her face, I’m not sure she’ll appreciate people replacing her with Paul Mescal, the star of Gladiator II. But some fans seem to be keen on the concept.
“That sounds like the most intense crossover ever! Imagine the soundtrack alone – goosebumps!,” one person responded on X (see our pick of the best X alternatives). “Both are sequels we never asked for or wanted,” someone else wrote.
Some aren’t so sure. “I know there’s nothing at all similar between Oppenheimer and Barbie but I feel like Barbenheimer just made sense. Glicked is just… strange,” one person wrote.
Release Dates
Gladiator II will be released on 14 November and Wicked on 21 November. For more inspiration, see our pick of the best film posters of all time.
Conclusion
The movie mashup poster trend continues to delight fans with its creative and unexpected combinations. While not everyone may appreciate the latest offering, Glicked is sure to spark conversation and debate. Whether you’re a fan of Gladiator II, Wicked, or just enjoy the art of poster design, there’s no denying the excitement and anticipation surrounding these upcoming releases.
FAQs
Q: What is Glicked?
A: Glicked is a fictional movie mashup poster design combining elements of the posters for Gladiator II and Wicked.
Q: Who created the Glicked poster?
A: The artist and designer behind the Glicked poster is Kadir Ozan, founder of @PosterEscape.
Q: Will Cynthia Erivo be involved in the Glicked movie?
A: There is no official announcement about a Glicked movie, and even if there was, it’s unlikely that Cynthia Erivo would be involved given her previous reaction to fans editing the Wicked poster.
Q: When are Gladiator II and Wicked being released?
A: Gladiator II will be released on 14 November, and Wicked will be released on 21 November.
