Just like any other book that had a movie made after it, there are always differences between the two, and The Wizard of Oz isn't any different. In the film and the story, the differences between the two are important on how they shape the story. The book and the movie have some pretty huge differences from each other including: the silver shoes, the wicked witch of the west, and how Dorothy actually went home from the land of Oz. Throughout the book the slippers are silver, the wicked witch shows up in the book one time and has one eye, and Dorothy really goes to the land of Oz. In the film the shoes are ruby, the wicked witch has both eyes and appears three, and Dorothy doesn't go to the land of oz, it was all just a dream. These are the differences that can change, and affect the story.
One of the first things that happened to Dorothy when she came to the land of Oz was that she killed the wicked witch of the the east. Her house fell on top of her, and as a gift the munchkins gave Dorothy the witches’ shoes. In the book, the shoes were silver and were claimed to hold great power, but no one knew how to use it. In the text it says that “the silver shoes are yours, and you will have them to wear”(Baum 10). This citation
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Both the book and the film have the similarities and differences, but the main differences consist of the shoes, the wicked witch, and the ending of the story. First the shoes in the book were silver, but in the movie they were ruby. Second the wicked witch of the west in the text had one powerful eye and only appeared once, yet in the movie the witch had both eyes, and appeared 3 times before the final encounter. Last, Dorothy in the text actually went to the land of oz and in the movie it was all a dream. In conclusion the Wizard of Oz had many differences between the book and the film that changed the shape of the
The characters make a big difference in the movie and the book. One thing they both have in common is that Otis Amber and Berthe Erica Crow get married. And that Edgar Jennings Plum and Angela Wexler get engaged instead of Doctor Denton Deere. Also Jake Wexler is a gambler instead of being a bookie.
For example, Mama goes to the bank in the movie and is given a hard time about paying her mortgage, but this did not happen in the book. Another major difference is that the school bus scene, where the Logan kids played a trick on the white kids, was not shown in the movie, even though it was an important part of the story. There are some character changes as well. Lillian Jean, Jeremy, R.W, and Melvin are Simms’ in the book, but in the movie they are Kaleb Wallace’s children. However, the main plot difference is how the movie starts in the middle, summarizing everything from the first part of the book very briefly. Additionally, many scenes are switched around and placed out of order. Altogether, the plot and character changes contribute to my unfavorable impression of the
The movie and the story had some of the same characters but some weren't exactly the same. The movie introduced many different characters and changed some of the others. For example, the movie had the plant lady and had the mentor of Anderton as the founders of Precrime while in the book, Anderton was the only founder of Precrime. Also, Witwer wasn't blond he had black hair and Kapler wasn't named Kapler he was named Crow. In the story they had the red head Fleming who did not exist
Overall, the movie and book have many differences and similarities, some more important than others. The story still is clear without many scenes from the book, but the movie would have more thought in it.
The differences in the movie and the book might have been intentional. If audiences were to read the book, watch the movie, and reach conclusions, I think they would have great understanding of what’s inside them both. For example, a scene in the movie in which Atticus tells his children why it is a sin to kill a mockingbird was not in the book; from that scene, I inferred on how that became the initial title of the book. By using both resources, I was able to gather information and grasp its contents tighter.
“Were off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard of oz” One of the infamous phrases from one of the most well know classics of all time. The original movie titled The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was made in 1939 by Frank Baum. This film featured stars such as Judy Garland, Jack Hayley and many others. This was not only a movie, it was a fantasy, and a musical storytelling adventure with unusual characters that shook the audience. This was one of the first films to make it to the big screen with color. Because of its success, this film has been remade many times with multiple different spins making it rhetorical. Over the years this film has become one of the best films of all time and is still watched today among all ages
One of the differences include when Jem and Scout had had decided to sneak out to go over to Boo Radleys. Jem and Scout heard Nathan Radley come out and load a shotgun they then ran back home. Once home, Jem was caught without pants and questioned about it. Later that night Jem ran back to get them and found them folded and crookedly patched up as if someone knew he would be coming back for them. In the movie right after this happened Jem ran back for his pants, but he didn't wait like in the book. Instead in the movie, it shows Jem coming back right after to retrieve his pants, this is when Radley came out with his shotgun. This scene should have been acted out as it was in the book b...
One major area where the book differs from the movie is the psychological aspect. In the book the father and mother were present but aloof or indifferent. They had come from religious families
Throughout 1939, Hollywood experienced a very productive year, releasing numerous quality films. In August of 1939, MGM Studios released The Wizard of Oz, which was directed by Victor Fleming. The film is based on a book written by L. Frank Baum in 1900. (Magill 82)The charming story by Baum was an instant hit in the United States, and therefore many agree it was well worth it to transform the widespread story into a movie. Although The Wizard of Oz is a playful movie that has been enjoyed throughout the years by Americans of all ages, the film offers a deeper message and several historical connections to suggest an anti-war viewpoint, as well as give Americans a sense of hope through some of the roughest years in history, the 1930s. Released on August 25, 1939, the film tells the story of an All-American teenage girl from Kansas, named Dorothy. She and her dog, Toto, get caught in a tornado in Kansas and end up in the fictional Land of Oz, which is populated by unfamiliar beings- some being good and others being evil. In this imaginary land, Dorothy encounters a number of people and befriends many of them, such as the scarecrow, tin woodman, and the lion. The film describes their journey to Emerald City to seek the Wizard of Oz, who they hope can grant them the things they wish. In the end of the story, the four adventurers discover that the so-called wizard is just a fraud and a humbug. However, "Oz" quickly becomes apologetic and finds ways to help them, offering them hope and encouragement. Finally, the magic takes place in the last scene, as we see Dorothy tap her ruby red slippers three times, and say "There's no place like home." After a long journey of hardships, such as defeating the evil Wicked Witch of the West, Dorothy...
These two films are not only similar on these surface levels, but also in their narrative structure and intent as well. Dorothy and Alice, both find themselves trapped in a world of their own fantasy, but with no context on how to navigate their way home. They are then lead by an array of strange characters who guide them on their journey. Dorothy meets the scarecrow, the tin man, the cowardly lion, and so on. While Alice crosses paths with the white rabbit, the cheshire cat, the mad hatter, and so on. With the assistance of their companions, both heroines maneuver their way through the challenges each fantasy presents. Perhaps the biggest similarity these films share narratively, is the underlying emphasis on empathy and perspective. Both
The Wizard of Oz is a film created by MGM Studios in 1939, directed by Victor Fleming and starring Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale, Frank Morgan as the Wizard and Margaret Hamilton as The Wicked Witch of the West. The Wizard of Oz is commonly known as the classic film of American cinema and is loved by many people. It can be classified as a Family, Fantasy, Musical film due to the touching messages told throughout the film, the magical special effects featuredn and the beautiful musical numbers highlighted in the film.
In the Wizard of Oz you see Dorothy as a 14-year-old Who seems to have much trouble in her life. She does not get along with Margaret Hamilton also known as the wicked witch of the west. Dorothy gets in a fight with Margaret Hamilton about her dog Toto. Margaret Hamilton appears to be a mean old lady The Dorothy does not get along with. Turns out when Dorothy goes to Oz, the person that she disliked the most back in Kansas turned out to be the wicked witch. That was one of the things that the Return to Oz carried on. In return to Oz Dorothy does not like to hang around with nurse Wilson also known as Mombi. It just so happens that nurse Wilson was the evil princess when Dorothy return to Oz.
‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’ has been sung at enough pre-k beauty pageants over the past year to cement the idea that The Wizard of Oz, despite it’s age, is not going anywhere anytime soon. Many people love the idea of getting lost in a brightly colored place far away from home, only to realize home is where you belong; however, when the original book of ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ is examined, reader’s find the raw truths that exist in the world of Oz. In today’s culture The Wizard of Oz is still as relevant as it was hundreds of years ago, but it hasn’t stayed completely the same, and things are changed for the sake of cultural appreciation. The movie is a jolly sing-a-long watch, but like all wonderful
... to teach little kids besides using their wicked imagination, which is not a bad thing. However, I think that “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” has more of a plot and a point. Dorothy basically does goodness and kindness to those who are living in despair: Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and the crowdedly lion. There is a so-called happy ending with this story compared to Alice being in wonderland. This story teaches children lessons like: being helpful and kind to others. Both stories are fun to read and watch the film interpretations of each. Now while I have no doubt that both the hero’s journey and its influence on literatures exist, I have no problem believing that there is only one story, and the difference between stories, are merely the writers view points and the scenario. I easily agree that when it comes to Alice In Wonderland and Wiz Of Oz, they are one in the same.
The first is the way she stands up against the Wicked Witch of the West. Dorothy decides to throw a bucket of water on her because the witch took one of her shoes. If I had been in the same situation I most likely would have just let the witch bully me or gave her the other shoe instead of retaliating. The second difference I noticed while I was reading the book is that when Oz says that he is not a real wizard Dorothy acts very nice about it her only reaction is to scold him. Whereas if I had found out that the Oz was fake I would have gotten very angry with him and possibly tried to hurt him for lying and putting my life in danger by sending me to defeat the Wicked Witch of the West because he was too scared.