The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Genre: Fantasy / Music
Duration: 102 minuten
Country:
United States
Directed by: Victor Fleming
Stars: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan and Ray Bolger
IMDb score:
8,1 (469.275)
Releasedate: 15 August 1939
The Wizard of Oz plot
"We're off to see the Wizard, the wonderful Wizard of Oz!"
When a neighbor tries to put Dorothy's dog Toto to sleep, she takes him and runs away. However, they are picked up by a tornado that takes them to the magical land of Oz. She begins to travel to the city of Oz, where a great wizard lives. Along the way, she meets a scarecrow who needs brains, a tin man who wants a heart, and a scared lion who needs courage. They all hope that the Wizard of Oz will help them.
Actors and actresses
Dorothy Gale
Hunk / Scarecrow
Hickory / Tin Man
Zeke / Cowardly Lion
Professor Marvel / The Wizard of Oz
Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West
Glinda the Good Witch of the North
Auntie Em
Uncle Henry
Nikko
Reviews & comments
mrklm
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- 12286 messages
- 10419 votes
A timeless film that can also be seen as a time document: the scene in which Dorothy leaves a dusty country road in moody sepia with a few belongings and her dog is a moving reference to life during 'The Great Depression' and in the so-called 'Dust Bowl' in particular. Garland was actually a little too old for the part, but she's the ultimate Dorothy and she's surrounded by top talent. The blossoming friendship between her, Scarecrow, The Tin Man and The Cowardly Lion feels real and that's a huge achievement, especially as the actors tried to take each other's limelight. The sets are beautiful, the Technicolor sublime. the casting of 'little people' as The Munchkins hits the mark [although there are also a few young children on display], but it's Frank L. Baum's simple yet inspiring story and the unforgettable songs of Arlen and Harburg that make this film so timeless. Not to be missed, a joy to watch from start to finish and 'Over The Rainbow' is one of the most moving songs ever made.
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IH88
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- 9785 messages
- 3195 votes
“Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas any more.”
Perhaps the most influential and best-known classic ever made. From the story to certain movie quotes, and from the music to the direction and sets. Even today, The Wizard of Oz is a film that leaves its mark. Of course it sometimes looks a bit dated and not everything works equally well, but it's great that it doesn't really disturb for a moment. The film exudes fun and energy. That's also because of the actors, and especially Garland, Haley and Lahr put on a great performance.
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sdumers
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- 11 messages
- 11 votes
The Wizard of Oz is my personal idol for melt movies, and a personal favorite fantasy film sure to remain among my classic film library for an eternity!!!
Pre- and sequels
Journey Back to Oz
1972
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