The Wizard of Oz : a timeless film turns 80.

Format:

Book

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Fantasy films--United States--History and criticism.

Fantasy films.

Wizard of Oz (Motion picture : 1939)--Pictorial works.

Wizard of Oz (Motion picture : 1939).

Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919. Wizard of Oz.

Baum, L. Frank.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (147 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York, New York : Life Books, [2019]

Summary:

The book 'The Wizard of Oz: A Timeless Film Turns 80' explores the enduring legacy of the classic film 'The Wizard of Oz', which first captivated audiences in 1939. The narrative delves into the film's origins, its adaptation from L. Frank Baum's beloved children's book, and its subsequent impact on popular culture. It highlights the various adaptations and remakes of the story, including Broadway productions and international film versions. The book also examines the cultural significance of the film's iconic quotes and songs, its initial reception versus its lasting popularity, and the behind-the-scenes efforts that brought the film to life. Intended for film enthusiasts and scholars, the book offers insights into the film's production challenges and its pivotal role in cinematic history. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title

Contents

The Eternal Oz

Who Was L. Frank Baum?

Imagining Oz

Sowing the Seeds

The Wizard of Oz

Not Exactly Boffo

The Class of '39

Long Live The Wizard!

Copyright.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (EBook Central, viewed August 12, 2025).

ISBN:

9781547852086

1547852089

OCLC:

1136964810