AceShowbiz - Filmmaker Adam McKay has expressed his belief that "Wicked," the highly anticipated musical adaptation of the Broadway hit, could face a ban in the United States in the near future due to its controversial political messages.

McKay, known for his political satires "Don't Look Up," "Vice," and "The Big Short," shared his thoughts on "Wicked" on X (formerly Twitter), stating that "Part 1" is "one of the most radical big studio Hollywood movies ever made."

McKay believes that the timing of the film's release is significant. He stated, "America has never been more right wing and propagandized." While acknowledging that the film's themes may not be universally recognized, he predicts that "you'll be shocked" at how radical they are.

McKay's comments have sparked controversy, but he has clarified that his views are not intended as a critique of the film itself. Instead, he emphasizes the commercial and political impact of "Wicked" as a Hollywood blockbuster.

His comparison of "Wicked" to other "radical big studio" films, such as "The Sound of Music," "Citizen Kane," and "The Hunger Games," suggests that he sees it as a film with the potential to challenge social norms and political narratives. Thus, it could be banned "in 3-5 years" if "America keeps going on the track it is."

While "Wicked" has received critical acclaim and is expected to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, McKay's predictions raise concerns about the future of political filmmaking in America. If "Wicked" is indeed banned, it would serve as a stark reminder of the limitations imposed on artistic expression in certain political landscapes.