Behind The Scenes Secrets: The Wizard Of Oz

The Success of ‘Wizard of Oz’

We all know and loveThe Wizard of Oz,and itregularly receives critical acclaim. It often appears on the “best” movie lists. And, Frank Nugent called it a “delightful piece of wonder-working which had the youngsters’ eyes shining and brought a quietly amused gleam to the wiser ones of the oldsters.”

John C. Flinn wrote forVarietysaying: “Some of the scenic passages are so beautiful in design and composition as to stir audiences by their sheer unfoldment.” He also called Garland Garland “an appealing figure.” So much more has been said aboutThe Wizard of Oz.