The Wiz (30th Anniversary Edition w/ Bonus CD)
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In Theaters : 1978
DVD Release : 12 February, 2008 |
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The Wiz (30th Anniversary Edition w/ Bonus CD) description
Directed by Sidney Lumet (Serpico) and penned by Joel Schumacher (Batman and Robin), this lavish 1978 adaptation of the Broadway hit The Wiz was the biggest production filmed in New York City up to that point, utilizing the newly revamped Astoria Studios and locations around the city. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, an ... review details
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"IF IT ONLY HAD A HEART"
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BEWARE rabid Diana Ross fans. This is NOT a glowing review.
I was once a rabid Diana fan, as well. I am still a big fan. However, being a strong fan does not mean that one strongly love and appreciate everything one's idol does or says.
It was clear, back in the day, that Diana Ross had her sights seriously set on playing the part originally made famous by Judy Garland. Ms. Ross REALLY, maybe desperately, wanted to fill Ms. Garland's ruby slippers. She apparently lobbied Berry Gordy with every fiber to land this role. This was a case of being blinded by ambition. Hey, it happens.
Which is not to say that Ms. Ross' performance is without merit. She put forth back-breaking effort for this role, she put her whole heart into it.
In fact, this project had a LOT going for it, especially in terms of casting, musical production, set design. Everyone involved in this project was "A" list talent in their respective fields. One exception might be Joel Schumaker, the script adapter. I believe this was a very early project in his film career. Not that the script stinks, either.
No, the two main detracting issues are the fact that it was hard to believe Diana Ross in this role, and, the script was not up to the job of compensating for the lack of believability.
I truly wanted to love this movie, and, in fact, was rooting for it to be a success. I was especially rooting for Diana Ross. In the end, as much as my hopes were high, the project fell short in terms of "heart." I came away with the feeling that something was missing. The impression that this movie made was all about the style and slickness, and not about the substance. There was little else to pull you in.
Also, another result was that Diana Ross' very promising movie career was cut short. That's a real pity.
In the end, a disappointment. |
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