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L. Frank Baum’s timeless story The Wonderful Wizard of Oz gets a funky reimagining in this lavish adaptation of a landmark Broadway show based on the book. Propelled by the musical contributions of Quincy Jones and an all-star cast that includes Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Richard Pryor, and Lena Horne, this dazzling soul spectacular from legendary director Sidney Lumet reframes a beloved tale through the Black American experience, creating a powerful celebration of self-determination.
Ross brings her star power to the role of Dorothy, here a Harlem schoolteacher who is magically transported to a surreal fantasyland that resembles New York City, complete with man-eating trash cans and a disco paradise.
Reviews
"The film reminds us of what Black people have been doing since the dawn of cinema: finding creative abandon in unexpected places, and making a delicious meal out of every opportunity that comes their way." – Criterion
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