The Wiz (30th Anniversary Edition w/ Bonus CD) |  | Actors: Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Richard Pryor, Nipsey Russell, Lena Horne
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD
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Rating:  85 reviews
Sales Rank: 3,283
Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Dubbed)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 134 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 61100348
UPC: 025195002844
EAN: 0025195002844
ASIN: B000XUOLNO
Theatrical Release Date: 1978
Release Date: February 12, 2008
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Directed by Sidney Lumet (iSerpico/i) and penned by Joel Schumacher (iBatman and Robin/i), this lavish 1978 adaptation of the Broadway hit iThe Wiz/i was the biggest production filmed in New York City up to that point, utilizing the newly revamped Astoria Studios and locations around the city. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, and Ted Ross (reprising his Tony-winning role as the Lion) star in this Academy Award-nominated musical for the whole family. iThe Wiz/i is probably the grandest take on L. Frank Baum's classic tale iThe Wizard of Oz/i. The production team created sets with a sense of urban magic and spectacle: a New York subway station literally comes to life, and the massive plaza between the World Trade Center towers is transformed into the Emerald City, featuring nearly 400 dancers with three costume changes. Like all good musicals, the Quincy Jones arrangements are highly hummable long after viewing (especially the funky "Ease On Down the Road" and the inspirational "Brand New Day"). In an era before MTV, the camera stays nearly stationary as Ross and Lena Horne vocally soar through their numbers. Their stage-like performances successfully make the leap to film, making iThe Wiz/i a testament to their singing talents and star presence. The then-thirtysomething Ross raised some eyebrows playing the traditionally teenaged Dorothy, but she and her supporting cast (including Richard Pryor as the Wiz) carry the tunes with an infectious verve that will appeal to folks of all ages. --iShannon Gee/i
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 DVD March 9, 2010
Virgoa (IL)
Product was excatly as described. Received product on time. Will purchase from this vendor again.
 Great movie! March 4, 2010
Mrs. B (California)
This was one of my favorite movies when I was young! The songs in it from when I was a child still linger with me today. I bought this movie so I could share it with my children now. On top of that MJ is in it and he will be forever missed!
 uhmmmmmmmmm March 3, 2010
Dorinda De Reese (Louisiana)
A little weird, I mostly just wanted to see Michael Jackson as a teenager doing his first movie. I loved that -seeing him sing and dance and interact. He was so talented. Why didn't we appreciate him, why didn't we reach out to him, embrace him in his later years?? Almost all geniuses tend to get a little weird when they move on from their prime and they cannot overachieve anymore, or out do what they have done. Their physical appearanace changes, new people come into the spotlight and nudge them over-it is not in their character to accept those normal life experiences. HIs brothers went on to live normal lives, but for Michael, it was not possible. Show biz WAS his link to life, he could not adapt.
This film doesn't stand the test of time. February 19, 2010
Schafe (NYC)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
It was great to see Michael Jackson's first film role, and he was great as the Tin Man, but the film as a whole doesn't stand the test of time. Some of the dance numbers just seem to go on and on and on without moving the story forward. This type of indulgence was typical of the time in which the film was made-the 70's (very over-the-top). And, for all her talent and brilliance, (and I think she's amazing) but Diana Ross was just horribly miscast as Dorothy. Also, we buy DVD's because we want the extra's and this DVD doesn't contain any, other than the theatrical trailer, (which really isn't an extra). For a 30th anniversary re-release they should have gone back to the director or producer for commentary; or at least some of the living cast members. The digital remastering did enhance the picture quality, but over-all the film as a whole was just "ok." I didn't love it, but didn't hate it.
 The Wiz February 18, 2010
Millie D. Salo
I love Micheal Jackson and have always wanted to see this movie. To be honest it was not the greatest movie I have ever seen, but it was cute and if you like The King of Pop you will like this movie.
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