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
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.
OZ Character Poll
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
The Great Movie Ride - The Wizard of Oz - MGM Studios
The Wizard of Oz part of the Great Movie Ride at MGM Studios Walt Disney World Resort, April 8, 2006.
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The Wizard of OZ - The Books
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: A Commemorative Pop-up
Amazon Price: $18.47 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Oxford World's Classics)
Amazon Price: $11.16 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Centennial Edition)
Amazon Price: $26.37 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Wizard of OZ on DVD
The Wizard of Oz (Three-Disc Collector's Edition)
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The Wizard of Oz (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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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
Vote for your favorites and add your own!
My Wizard of OZ Quilt
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.
My Other Ozian Lenses
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Elphaba Costume from Wicked the Musical
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Loathing. Unadultrated loathing. For your face, your voice, your clothing. Now some might say that Elphaba's costume is simply the same as The Wicked Witch of the West from the MGM Musical. And while there are similarities, there are also stark differ...
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Glinda Costume from Wicked
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Now that we're friends, I've decided to make you my new project. Glinda is the popular one. The one with flair, style and taste. She's the cool kid in school. The one the guys want and the girls want to be. So, of course, you want to be be just like he...
Follow the Yellow Brick Road...
Or you could just leave me a note...
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Billco
Really nice Oz lens. I just created an Oz lens, focusing on autographs. Posted July 31, 2008 |
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LuckyCharm1558
I love the wizard of oz! its my fave movie but im jsut a kid! Posted December 01, 2007 |
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blondeheroine
Wow, Betsy. Never really thought about it! Might have to go dig through my craft stuff and find it. :D Posted November 12, 2007 |
Any chance you'd sell the pattern for this wonderful quilt?
Posted November 11, 2007
