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Summary: I'm part of a teathrical foundation...
Review: Yea, we made a great adaptation from this movie and now in just two weeks we wonna get to the teather at Mexico, we just made a great musical taking from inspiration tin, the scrapecrow and dorothy ohh the lion and also glinda well you know the story, just a great story i widely recomend u to u! a great story
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Summary: Shrill and Depressing
Review: I never saw this movie as a child, so nostalgia was unable to assist me in appreciating this movie the way that it helped some of the other reviewers. I found the movie oppressive and unrelentingly dull. Diana Ross sqeals and whines from start to finish, and, though she plays the lead, is completely unable to make her character at all likable. An emotionally crippled 30-something teacher living with her parents is a terrible premise for the main character anyway. She's so pathetic that it's impossible to care for her the way we cared about Judy Garland in the original. I like Diana Ross, but I hated this character, and indeed I hated the entire movie. Watching the thing just made me feel awful.
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Summary: Stupid waste of time and money.
Review: There are some films that should be left alone. The wonderful 1939 classic "The Wizard of Oz" is one of them.This feeble effort is an insult to anyone who loved the original. Diana Ross as Dorothy, when she's not even half as talented as Judy Garland was? Get real! For one thing, she's WAY too old. To me, Dorothy will ALWAYS be Judy Garland. Judy's portrayal of Dorothy sparkled with yearning, vitality, and vulnerability. Who can forget her poignant rendition of "Over The Rainbow?" Diana's "Dorothy" is positively annoying. You actually want her to return home from Oz because once she does, this sacriligious movie will be over! As for the rest of the cast, they are so collectively bad in their parts that they don't even rate a mention. It's a pity that all the talented people involved with this production couldn't make a talented movie.
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Summary: Wonderful
Review: The Wiz. This is a wonderful musical one of my favorites. If you loved the Wizard of Oz you will epecially love this. With Michael Jackson and Diana Ross this play will be one of the best you have ever seen. All of the characters are updated and funky. I recommend this movie to everyone who passes it!
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Summary: THE WIZ- Right in my backyard.
Review: Oh my god, where do I start? This film is the most memorable film of my life. I had the pleasure of seeing the broadway version when I was 4-yrs old. Then going to see it on the movie screen when it first came out. And of course seeing it about 2,000 times on T.V. and VCR. What makes this movie so special to me is because I live in New York where it was filmed at. Believe it or not, the part where Dorothy(Diana Ross) lands in munchkin-land is about 2 blocks from where I live . It's called Flushing Meadow Park in Queens,NY. Just seeing that gives me goosebumps, knowing that I actually visit that same place every chance I get. For ex. that elevator where "Miss-One" came down from is just stuck in the middle now. The place looks the same but needs work. You just have to see it for yourself, especially if you're a "WIZ" fanatic. I can relate to every place they were at in this movie. They are real. It's NY. Anyway, this movie is in a class by itself compared with the 30's version. ... It's inspirational. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, etc..did a fantastic job! Everytime I watch this movie it makes me teary eyed. It just touches my heart, especially the ending. They can say what they want about this movie, but the bottom line is that it is the better of the two. This movie actually cheers me up when I'm down. I would personally guarantee that you purchase this timeless classic. It's just that special. The soundtrack... I understand that some people may disagree with the fact that this is a better version, but me and a whole lot of other people think differently.Furthermore, I believe that anybody who has never viewed this movie will come to love it. How can you not? If you're planning on buying "THE WIZ", please enjoy it. I can actually say "I told you so".Thank you.Ricky Thomas"WIZ" fan of all-time.
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Summary: A wonderful adaptation of the "Wizard of Oz"
Review: I first saw this movie as a child and was awed by it. I tried to see it every year it aired on television and I never tired of it. The best part is that it ranks right up there with Judy Garland's classical Wizard of Oz. "The Wiz" carries the same story line but in a different format and with different adventures. You really don't have to be diehard fans of Michael Jackson or Diana Ross to enjoy this movie. All of the cast performances were great. To be honest, my favorite characters were the crows who tormented the scarecrow. Now that this movie is on DVD, I am definately purchasing it so that my kids will be able to enjoy it as much as I do. Of course, they have no idea who Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, or Quincy Jones are, nor will they care. I think they will just enjoy the movie as much as I did even though I really didn't know the actors then either.
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Summary: The Wizard???? Take me to see the WIZ!!!
Review: After reading some of the other reviews, I just have to say that the Wiz definitely outshines The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. I can't even bear to watch that version anymore. Give me the Wiz! Also, it is true that the stage adaptation of The Wiz was on a totally different level (it was absolutely wonderful - I saw it with Ms. Stephanie Mills as Dorothy). But Michael Jackson blew me away with his portrayal of the Scarecrow - I had to buy the soundtrack so I could listen to "You Can't Win" and "Ease on Down the Road"! Great Movie!!!
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Summary: GOOD BUT DOES'NT OUTSHINE THE ORIGANAL
Review: Legendary soul mega star, DIANA ROSS could'nt have seemed further from the concept of Dorothy and that is why it makes it all the more surprising that she plays the role adorably. Based on L.Frank Baums popular fantasy, The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz, this is adapted as a hip, all black version and the result is mostly good but really does'nt knock any spots off the origanal 1939 version starring Judy garland which remains unmatched. The sets are magnificent, the songs and dancing ditto and some of the performances too make this a good film.Other famous members of the cast include Michael jackson in the role of the scarecrow, Richard Pryor as The Wiz and Leena Horne as the good witch of the north. Such images of Dorothy and the scarecrow dancing down the yellow brick road whilst singing, EASE ON DOWN THE ROAD are very eye catching. A good film that has some appeal possibly to people of all ages.
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Summary: Once in a while, its good to watch it.
Review: "The Wiz" is another example of how a successful stage musical can't truly be captured on film (and I would say the reverse is also true). Why? Because they both insist on using their experts, and not the people who actually know that medium. "The Wiz" is one of the most original, inventive, creative stage musicals to come along in the past 50 years! The writers had a great original to work from, but they carried it away and created a child that is as brilliant as the parent. The music is definitely worth the watch and listen. The movie, however, is a sad attempt to recreate this brilliant package by using only individual parts. Sidney Lumet is a wonderful director, but not a musical director. Diana Ross and Michael Jackson are wonderful singers, but not actors. Poor Richard Pryor is at a loss as to what to make of his character. Lena Horne - doesn't she deserve better? Does this mean they are bad? No, but they are all like fish out of water. Watch this movie for what it represents, then go see a really good production of the stage musical. That's where the magic happens.
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Summary: It isn't the "Wizard of OZ"!
Review: I saw this movie when I was 7 years old and loved it. Honestly, I believe "The Wiz" needs to be critiqued on its own merit and not how the movie compares to the old classic "The Wizard of OZ". The Wiz is lively and full of energy. It is one of those movies that causes you to want to get out of your seat and dance. I found it to be upbeat and unique. The cast was fantastic, especially Michael. At 28 years old, I rented the movie again so my boyfriend could see my favorite childhood movie. I love it now as much as I loved it when I was a kid. The songs still make me smile! This is a wonderful movie! I am glad that I had the chance as a young white child to be exposed to a black musical, such as "The Wiz" rather then the boring colorless white version! The Wiz definitely has soul! You will really enjoy this film. Pass this uplifting experience on to your children!
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