The Wiz
Blu-Ray, #1264

Regular price $24.99

Specifications

Format Blu-ray
Condition New
Label Criterion

The Wiz

L. Frank Baum’s timeless story The Wonderful Wizard of Oz gets a funky reimagining in this lavish adaptation of a landmark Broadway show based on the book. Diana Ross brings her showstopping star power to the role of Dorothy, here a Harlem schoolteacher who is magically transported to a surreal fantasyland that resembles New York City, complete with man-eating trash cans and a disco paradise. Propelled by the musical contributions of Quincy Jones and an all-star cast that includes Michael Jackson, Richard Pryor, and Lena Horne, this dazzling soul spectacular from legendary director Sidney Lumet reframes a beloved tale through the Black American experience, creating a powerful celebration of self-determination.


Film Info

  • United States
  • 1978
  • 134 minutes
  • Color
  • 1.85:1
  • English
  • Spine #1264

BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES

  • New 4K digital restoration, approved by producer Rob Cohen, with Dolby Atmos soundtrack
  • New audio commentary featuring scholars Michael B. Gillespie and Alfred L. Martin
  • Archival interviews with director Sidney Lumet and actor Diana Ross
  • Trailer
  • English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • PLUS: An essay by critic Aisha Harris

    New cover by Komi Olafimihan