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The Wiz is a 1978 American musical fantasy adventure film directed by Sidney Lumet. Adapted from the 1974 Broadway musical of the same name, the film reimagines the classic 1900 children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum with an African-American cast.
Oct 24, 1978 · A musical film based on the Broadway show and the book "The Wizard of Oz", starring Diana Ross as Dorothy in Harlem. The film features songs by Charlie Smalls, a cast of famous actors and singers, and a nomination for Best Picture at the Oscars.
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- 1978-10-24
The Wiz: The Super Soul Musical "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is a musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls (and others) and book by William F. Brown. It is a retelling of L. Frank Baum 's children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900) in the context of contemporary African-American culture.
After accidentally killing the Wicked Witch of the East upon her arrival, Dorothy is told about the Wiz (Richard Pryor), a wizard who can help her get back to Manhattan.
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A musical adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz" set in present-day New York City, starring Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, and Richard Pryor. Ebert praises the film's energy, special effects, and costumes, but criticizes its lack of emotional involvement and sophistication.
The Wiz. When Harlem schoolteacher Dorothy tries to save her dog from a storm, she's miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called Oz. After accidentally killing the Wicked Witch of the East upon her arrival, Dorothy is told about the Wiz, a wizard who can help her get back to Manhattan. As Dorothy goes in search of the Wiz, she's ...
A musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz with an African American cast and a urban setting. Dorothy, a shy Harlem teacher, is transported to a surreal version of New York City and meets three friends who help her find the Wiz.
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