The Wizardry Of Oz

The Wizardry Of Oz. (The Artistry and Magic of the 1939 MGM Classic Revised and Expanded Edition). Applause Books. Softcover. 256 pages. Published by Applause Books.

PUBLISHED ON THE 65TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RELEASE OF THE FILM: AUGUST 15, 2004!

The Wizard of Oz is one of the most popular and beloved motion pictures of all time. Seen by over one billion people worldwide since its 1939 premiere, Oz is an indelible part of our national consciousness and our earliest childhood memories. Why does this movie endure despite modern advances in film make-up and special effects? This lavishly illustrated book explores the construction of Oz at the height of Hollywoods golden age and under the auspices of filmdoms greatest studio.

Details about Ozs make-up, costumes and special effects are revealed, accompanied by rare stills, Technicolor test frames, and blueprints