Article: We're off to see the Wizard - once again

Making "The Wizard of Oz" taxed the imagination and energy of all those involved. Nothing like it had ever been done before.

And the classic has taken on a new life in video (MGM/UA; color, sound remastered in stereo; 101 minutes; $29.95). Parents who saw the film on the big screen or network TV are introducing a new generation of children to the movie via video, especially with the tape at its present low promotional price.

The costumes, makeup, sets and special effects represented a great challenge for MGM. To further complicate matters, the actors playing the Munchkins were reportedly carrying on with all-night drinking parties in their hotel. And there were problems with some of the ...

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