Return to Oz [DVD] [1985]

Name: This AIN'T Grandad's OZ!
Item: Return to Oz [DVD] [1985]
Rating: 5
Author: thrall

SKU:6094763

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Overview

Description

Get ready for a strange voyage back to a strangely familiar fantasy land with Disney DVD's release of this belated sequel to The Wizard of Oz. Presented in 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen, the image is clean and nearly flawless. Sporting solid blacks, even skin tones, and little evidence of edge-enhancement, this disc will look great no matter how it's viewed. The Dolby Digital 5.1 remix rings through loud and clear, with no hiss to speak of, offering a great showcase for David Shire's wondrous score. Of course, Return to Oz wasn't exactly a box-office phenomenon when originally released in 1985, but that hasn't stopped Disney from including some interesting extra features. It's great to hear Fairuza Balk recollect her first major role in a candid and easygoing interview, and it's obvious that everyone involved in the production truly believed in the film. In addition to addressing issues of stratospheric audience expectations, Balk also talks about her longtime relationship with director Walter Murch and the grueling audition process she endured to land the coveted role of Dorothy. Though original TV spots and a theatrical trailer are also included, the television spots are in particularly poor shape and appear almost completely desaturated in addition to sporting onscreen timecode.

Features

"Fairuza Balk Returns to Oz" interview
Original TV spots
Original theatrical trailer
French-language track

Specifications

Details

Genre
Childrens and Family,Fantasy
Subgenre
Children's Fantasy,Escape Film,Fantasy Adventure
Title
Return to Oz
Countries Produced
United States
Duration
109 minutes
Year of Release
1985
Product Tags
DVD
Format
DVD
Program Type
Movie
Sound Features
Dolby Digital w/ sub-woofer channel
Screen Format
Enhanced Widescreen for 16x9 TV
Aspect Ratio
1.85:1
Language
English, French
Subtitles
English
Region Code
1
Studio
Walt Disney Video

Other

Product Name
Return to Oz [DVD] [1985]
UPC
786936233780

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This AIN'T Grandad's OZ!
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Posted 6 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
WHOA! Just when I thought I'd seen it all, here comes a retina rotter to say differently............. I didn't even know this one existed until a recent Incredibly Strange Film site visit enlightened me. This is definately NOT the same telling as the wildly popular one with Judy Garland. HOWERVER, it MAY be more in tune with the books original intent. From Disney, beautifully shot, very creative, and a tad disturbing, this 30 plus year old gem is a must see for fans of Oz. New direction, new characters, and new brilliance by all involved, make this one fine production..... I only wish I had seen it sooner.......ENJOY!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Oz complete
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Posted 2 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Film I had no idea about now the Oz series is complete Oz the great and powerful, the wizard of Oz and return to Oz
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Posted 2 years ago. Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like this movie truth not lot people I know like this Veronica wizard but I do yes would recommend
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cult Movie
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Posted 3 years ago. Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I forgot how kinda creepy this movie is for kids.But I love it and it came out when I was in my teens,Good memories.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Masterpiece
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Posted 4 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This movie has been my fav since I was little ! I love it better than Wizard of Oz . I always have been a fan !!!! Must have for any Oz fans !!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not what I expected
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Posted 4 years ago. Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a darker story about Dorothy's return to Oz. As a kid the Wizard of Oz was scary with the wicked witch and her flying monkeys but this was an even scarier return to Oz. Happy Halloween.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Childhood Movie
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Posted 8 years ago.
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Watching this movie as a child, I enjoyed it. I'm a fan of The Wizard of Oz and wanted to add Return to Oz to my collection (even though it's not the same characters, etc.).
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome sequel
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Posted 4 years ago. Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
What happened after the wizard of oz ? The chick from the craft who did a great job as Dorothy
I would recommend this to a friend

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