[8.6/10] I revisited this one for the first time since childhood, and was blown away at how fully formed and surprisingly modern it is for something made in 1939. I wasn’t able to sit down and watch the whole thing with rapt attention, hence the lack of a full review, but I was still so impressed by this. The transition from sepia to color still packs a punch nearly eighty years later, and the sheer virtuosity of the production design, the camera work, the costuming, the songs -- everything that went into making Oz feel like a world and wondrous place unto itself -- is beyond impressive.
There’s a little filler here and there -- the poppies scene feels extraneous and the Cowardly Lion’s king song comes off as unnecessary -- but on the whole, this one’s great throughout. I love the satire of The Wizard not actually giving everyone what they sought, but rather emblems of it, with quiet commentary about impressions vs. substance that totally went over my head as a kid. At the same time, the songs are catchy and the story, while a little silly at times, does a nice job at capturing childhood wonder and fantasy land amazement, while finding an analogue for each of Dorothy’s real life friends and enemies and anxieties.
Overall, a colorful, wondrous, incredibly well-made film that absolutely holds up.
over fucking rated, average movie at best
You just need to understand: this is the most wonderful movie of all time (period)
"Not magical nor timeless. One of the most overrated film ever."
Pure magic. The quintessential Hollywood picture, the ultimate dream factory. Not sure I've seen this since I was a kid, but it was a joy to watch as I near 40. I think the shot of Dorothy opening the door to Oz is absolutely breathtaking, and is maybe my favorite shot of all-time?
Theme- 9.5/10
Rewatchibility- 8.5/10
Acting- 8/10
Kinematography- 10/10
Time- 9/10
Total - 45/5 = 9
Nearing a full century, The Wizard of Oz defines the word timeless. Every time I come back to this movie, I'm flabbergasted at how well it holds up. Thinking back, this was the movie that may have broken my aversion to black and white movies and television that frequently occupied our TV in my youth. I still would begrudgingly wait for her to step through the door into the colorful world of Oz. Even then I knew that it was that contrast between the two worlds that made it so special when we did arrive in Oz and upon our return to black and white Kansas there wasn't any of that vitriol for the monochrome world that we live in. I suppose that if you don't like musicals, the movie likely won't agree with you. Otherwise, if you've never watched or you haven't since you were young, give 'The Mighty Miracle Show of 100 Delights!' a whirl.
While this is not one I will :asterisk_symbol:still:asterisk_symbol: turn on casually, it’s undeniable how well this has held up nearly a century later, how influential it has been, and how great the filmmaking is here. It’s been years since I have seen this, but I am glad to have circled back! Everyone should check out this movie at least once in their life and I’m curious for how long this one is able to stay relevant!
Rating: 4.5/5 - 9/10 - Highly Recommend
THIS WACK ASS MOVIE. STAN THE WIZ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fabulous !! And the songs in the movie was great!
you should not miss this !
How can you not like this film? It is the classic musical! Grew up watching this as it's my mum's favourite musical. Very colourful and so ahead of it's time, you forget that it was made so early. Amazing effects for the 30's. The casting was perfect and Judy Garland is a doll! It will go down in history for being one of the best movies and hopefully will never be forgotten.
The only good thing was the tornado. Oh and Toto. The munchkins are annoying as shit!
It’s fun and I get why this is considered a classic, but it falls a bit short by todays standards. Which is not this movie’s fault. The ending was too stretched out, I liked the beginning a bit more. Most of the songs are nice, not all tho.
Follow the path of the yellow tiles.
The Wizard Of Oz understandably has a special place in the hearts of those who grew up watching it. Unfortunately, I didn't. It is a beautiful story, and Judy Garland is magnificent, but it didn't quite live up to the hype perpetuated by the baby boomer generation.
“There’s no place like home.” The Wizard of Oz is a fantastic film that has warmed the hearts of millions of people the world over. When a young farm girl named Dorothy Gale is whisked into the sky by a tornado she ends up in a magical land, and must seek out the Wizard of Oz to send her home. This adaption of L. Frank Baum’s beloved modern fairytale is a whimsical musical full of charming and magical songs; such as the unforgettable classic “Over the Rainbow.” And, the story’s themes of friendship and family have made it an enduring cinematic treasure that has become part of the culture. A classic family film, The Wizard of Oz takes its audience to a wondrous place where dreams really do come true.
The newest sensation in my household, my three year old grandson is totally addicted to this movie.
It won't be everyone's cup of tea, but, this film is beautiful. And while it may technically be for children, the themes are eternal: friendship, believing in yourself and the notion that the grass is not always greener. This film has great acting, timeless songs, and if anything you should watch it just so you can say you have. The American Fairy Tale.
Tough to find a film that's more universally recognized and adored than this one, and with good reason. It's charming and quaint, relic of a bygone era where naïveté was a-okay and being earnest wasn't seen as a handicap. Loaded with unforgettable lines and classic songs, nothing feels elbowed-in or insignificant, and I say that as a viewer with very little patience for musical interludes.
Sometimes it's nice to just climb into that time capsule and relive your own childhood (as I have to think a vast majority of the current population first saw it at that age), but it also serves as an impressive example of thoughtful, creative filmmaking. The famous mid-scene switch from sepia tones to full-blown Technicolor remains especially stunning, a masterful reveal that immediately brings the land of Oz to life with a roar, and the intense, colorful landscapes that light up every scene never let up. A few seams may show here and there, particularly around the matte paintings in recent HD transfers, but in some ways that works to the film's benefit. Clearly, a tremendous amount of love and care went into this one, and that still radiates as warmly today as it did almost eighty years ago.
Well-balanced, evenly paced and visually dazzling, it's aged stupendously and stands tall as a cornerstone of family cinema. My kids loved it, though they weren't as petrified of the flying monkeys as I was at their age, and I loved sharing it with them. Surprised to discover I still enjoy this as much as I do.
I understand this is a great movie for the time it was realized but I stopped watching after half a hour, was super bored and couldn't watch more one hour of it... I guess this movie it's not for my generation , but I really enjoyed Nosferatu 1922 movie and is older than this. So I'm not gonna review it and going to skip it. Maybe it's an over rated movie because was probably the fist movie that people watched in color? idk
Judy Garland gives a great performance. The songs are all pretty good. The set are unique, colorful and bright. The story has a nice message. It is really silly. There are flying monkeys. It's iconic and a classic for a reason.
My all time favorite movie! So classic and the music never gets old!
An enchanting film with flaws that cannot seriously mar its durable delights…
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If you ever only watch one old movie, this should be it. The switch from black and white to color, the characters, the music, the actors, it's all so well done. And this is one of Judy Garland's most memorable performances. It's fun and exciting and the music will have you singing and dancing along.