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Directed by Sidney Lumet (Serpico) and penned by Joel Schumacher (Batman and Robin), this lavish 1978 adaptation of the Broadway hit The Wiz was the biggest production filmed in New York City up to that point, utilising the newly revamped Astoria Studios and locations around the city. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, and Ted Ross (reprising his Tony-winning role as the Lion) star in this Academy Award-nominated musical for the whole family. The Wiz is probably the grandest take on L. Frank Baum's classic tale The Wizard of Oz. The production team created sets with a sense of urban magic and spectacle: a New York subway station literally comes to life, and the massive plaza between the World Trade Center towers is transformed into the Emerald City, featuring nearly 400 dancers with three costume changes. Like all good musicals, the Quincy Jones arrangements are highly hummable long after viewing (especially the funky "Ease On Down the Road" and the inspirational "Brand New Day"). In an era before MTV, the camera stays nearly stationary as Ross and Lena Horne vocally soar through their numbers. Their stage-like performances successfully make the leap to film, making The Wiz a testament to their singing talents and star presence. The then-thirtysomething Ross raised some eyebrows playing the traditionally teenaged Dorothy, but she and her supporting cast (including Richard Pryor as the Wiz) carry the tunes with an infectious verve that will appeal to folks of all ages. --Shannon Gee
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In this Sidney Lumet-directed Motown rendition of The Wizard of Oz, Diana Ross plays a soulful Dorothy, accompanied by a cast peppered with R&B stars such as Michael Jackson, Roberta Flack and Luther Vandross.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A great movie, a young MJ and you can already see his great talent and how much he enjoyed making this movie.
Just buy it and enjoy watching it!
Just buy it and enjoy watching it!
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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This film is a classic! Stars including Michael Jackson (as scarecrow), Diana Ross (Dorothy), Tedd Ross (cowardly lion), Nipsey Russell (Tinman), Lena Horne (Glinda the Good Witch) and Richard Pryor (The Wiz). There is a great storyline, based on The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, with great catchy songs to sing along to. This is the perfect film for any generation and you will definatley be watching the film over and over again!!! The Wiz is a definate MUST SEE!!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Having seen this at the Dominion theatre in the eighties, I was determined to let my grandchildren see it. Now they can! Brilliant cast excellent music what more can you ask for. Oh, yes, and Michael Jackson!!!
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I had this film for years on video and just wanted to replace it on DVD. This is the most wonderful, uplifting film. Read more
Published 3 months ago by TraceyW
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I have seen this film many times and still enjoy it.The critics did not like it at all.The actors were great both Diana Ross and late Michael Jackson,his songs were great along... Read more
Published 4 months ago by DavieBoy
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Unfortunately, as much as I love this film, it is just the normal DVD version.
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Grand old film
I think this is the ultimate Christmas film. Sure, the dancing's a bit dated, but the songs are just wonderful. And it stars Michael Jackson, before things got so wierd.
Published 8 months ago by L. B. Miller
great to have it
Well, i have always loved this film,, so,, i am so happy to have it in dvd in good quality,, that i recommend it 100 % xDD
Published 16 months ago by Mayte Navarro
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Published 20 months ago by Alison
An awesome classic!
An adaption of wizard of oz before the older generation knew the Wizard of Oz, (Judy Garland) we all know today.
as another classic. Read more
as another classic. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Ms. A. Longbottom
the wiz.........
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the film was good i enjoy i love seeing michael jackson even thought i miss him. good film love it
Published on 7 Mar 2010 by L. Allen
I really enjoyed it
Admittedly I probably wouldn't have bought this if I wasn't a Michael Jackson fan but I think that this is a real feel good factor, fun film and I love it.
Published on 26 Jan 2010 by Jane E. Grost
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