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There's No Place Like OZ

One of my favorite films of all time is MGM's The Wizard of OZ. Not only is it a visual masterpiece, but it has such a heartfelt, universal story that anyone can understand and love it.

This lens is all about The Wizard of OZ. The film, the characters, the book that inspired the film. All of it. 

The Wonderful Wizard of OZ by L. Frank Baum

The Wonderful Wizard of OZ was first published in 1900 and considered by many to be one of the United States first American fantasy myths.

Since its first publication, the OZ myth has found itself into various films, books and stage productions. And, of course, the pop culture references to the book and film throughout a century are innumerable at this point.

Wizard of OZ Movie Trivia

  • Ray Bolger, who played the Scarecrow, was originally slated to play The Tin Man. However, he plead with the director to change roles.
  • Buddy Ebsen was originally slated to play The Tin Man. However, after lead poisoning following make-up tests, he became very ill and was unable to play the part.
  • The white dress under Dorothy's gingham apron was actually a pale pink.
  • Many of Margaret Hamilton's (Wicked Witch) scenes were deleted because the studio considered them too frightening for audiences.
  • Judy Garland's chest had to be bound with a corset in order for her to appear flat chested.
  • Dorothy Gale was almost fitted with a blonde wig and overdone make-up. However, when George Cukor took over the direction (before Fleming), he got rid of the wig and the make-up.

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Travel Destinations for OZ Fans

The OZ Museum - Wamego, Kansas
Located in Kansas, this museum has tons of OZ memorabilia and a gift shop.
OZtoberFest - October 5, 6, & 7, 2007 - Wamego, Kansas
OZtoberFest takes place in October in Wamego, Kansas. An "Emerald City Carnival," movies in the park and more. I may have to drive up and check this one out.
Normansville, NY - Yellow Brick Road
A "real" Yellow Brick Road in Normansville, NY.
Disney-MGM Studios
At Disney-MGM Studios, you can ride "The Great Movie Ride" which has a finale befitting any OZ fan.

The Wizard of OZ at Disney-MGM Studios in Orlando

This is the Wizard of OZ segment from The Great Movie Ride at Disney-MGM Studios. My favorite!
The Great Movie Ride - The Wizard of Oz - MGM Studios
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The Wizard of OZ - The Books

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The Wizard of OZ on DVD

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Wizard of OZ on the Web

Official Site of the DVD
Lots of cool toys on this site.
Wendy's Wizard of OZ Site
Nice directory of information.
International Wizard of OZ Fan Club
Just as the title states, this is the page of the International Wizard of OZ Fan Club.

The Wizard of OZ on YouTube

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My Wizard of OZ Quilt

Last year, I made a Wizard of OZ quilt. It had nine blocks and each represented a different aspect of the story.



It's hard to pick just one favorite block, but I was fond of both the Wicked Witch block, as it was made from a sketch of mine, and The Tin Man's block.

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