Rating: 7 out of 10, I finally added this to my collection.
It is one of the most cherished movie memories of my youngest years. It’s still
amazing to see what they were able to accomplish in 1939 in the way of special
effects. From Garland's heartrending rendition of Somewhere Over the Rainbow,
to the amazing switch to breathtaking color when they leave Kansas, to the three
immortal companions for the trek along the Yellow Brick Road this movie still
packs a well-aimed punch to the heart. My favorite character as a young boy was
the cowardly lion who I thought was hilarious. Watching as an adult I appreciate
all three, especially the scarecrow, hard to look away when these three are on
the screen. In 4K you can see the backdrops
were obviously painted but it doesn’t distract from the story. The witch is
still scary despite all modern attempts to rehab her image. A fun, nostalgic
watch.
MVP:
Who else could it be but Judy as Dorothy
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