Diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell, ted ross. Michael jackson in a scene from the movie the wiz in 1978 in new york, new york. Michael jackson ease on down the road lyrics genius. The wiz is a 1978 movie musical released by motown records and universal pictures. The wiz 1978 vhs video tape family fantasy diana ross michael jackson. Before i knew it, said rob cohen, the movie was becoming an estian fable full of est buzzwords about knowing who you. This cast brings this movie to life, with brilliance, glitz and glamour that the play version did not. Nov 20, 2018 the wiz was never just a movie or a musical. Ease on down the yellowbrick road with the wiz, starring superstars diana ross and michael jackson. Read the the wiz movie synopsis, view the movie trailer, get cast and crew information, see movie photos, and more on. Frank baums classic novel the wonderful wizard of oz through the eyes of a young africanamerican kindergarten teacher whos never been below 125th street. This workmanlike movie musical lacks the electricity of the stage version.
Michael jackson remember the time official video duration. Dorothy, a twentyfouryearold kindergarten teacher, born. It was about as fun to watch as being beaten with a sock full of quarters. Relive all of the magic of this beloved musical when dorothy is whisked away to the enchanting. An extravagant reimagining of the wizard of oz with pop superstars diana ross and michael jackson, costarring richard pryor, nipsey russell. Stories from the wiz michael jackson s makeup artist for the wiz michael r. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our. The wiz was adapted from the 1975 broadway musical of the same name.
Watch the wiz full movie in hd visit movie 24961 a thanksgiving dinner brings a host of family together in a harlem apartment, whe. Dec 12, 2011 the wiz trailer directed by sidney lumet and starring diana ross michael jackson nipsey russell ted ross and mabel king a reimaging of the wizard of oz, set against an urban background with an. The best movie quotes, movie lines and film phrases by movie quotes. The wiz 2 hours and 14 minutes movie 1978 dorothy, a twentyfouryearold kindergarten teacher, born. Relive all of the magic of this beloved musical when. The wiz 1978 cast and crew when harlem schoolteacher dorothy diana ross tries to save her dog from a storm, shes miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called oz. Diana ross, michael jackson, richard pryor, nipsey russell en ted ross. The wiz 1978 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Sidney lumets the wiz is the film version of the popular. Diana ross was the most famous black woman in america having been the lead singer in the most successful american pop group ever, the supremes. On the plus side are vast, brilliant sets by tony walton, a couple of wellstaged showstoppers, michael jackson, richard pryor, and diana ross who, as dorothy, is just gorgeous. Celebrating classic musical film the wiz on its 40th. This 1999 dvd is ok, but the movie on it is a little dark at times, given how its an original print of the wiz. Feel free to ask any questions about this item or any other item i have listed. Watch the wiz african american film, the wiz, musical movies. Michael jackson, diana ross, ted ross, nipsey russell. After accidentally killing the wicked witch of the east upon her arrival, dorothy is told about the wiz richard pryor, a wizard who can help her get back to manhattan.
Watch the wiz full movie in hd visit movie 24961 a thanksgiving dinner brings a host of family together in a harlem apartment, wh. The wiz film is very uplifting to watch and i am very glad to have watched it. Ross stars as dorothy, while music superstar michael jackson plays the scarecrow. The wiz diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell vhs movie. The four crows torment scarecrow michael jackson, making him repeat the crow commandments and sing the crow anthem. Aug 16, 2009 the late michael jackson s best bits in one of my all time favorite musicals the wiz hope you enjoy, comment and rate. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. The film starred actress and singer diana ross as dorothy gale, michael jackson as the scarecrow, nipsey russell as the tinman, ted ross as the cowardly lion, lena horne as glinda and richard pryor as the w. Schumacher born august 29, 1939 is an american film director, screenwriter, and producer. Michael jackson behind the scenes on the original time. Dec 03, 2015 behind the scenes of the wiz with michael jackson the cast of the wiz lr michael jackson, nipsey russell, diana ross and ted ross pose for a publicity shot in 1978 in new york, new york. Starring michael jackson, diana ross, and richard pryor. Michael jackson in the wiz if you were going to make an all black cast film in 1978 you could not get a more famous cast than what is gathered here. With diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell, ted ross.
The movie was directed by sidney lumet and produced by universal studios. Jun 27, 2011 the four crows torment scarecrow michael jackson, making him repeat the crow commandments and sing the crow anthem. If you encounter any issues please let me know and we will work hard to resolve them. Schumacher rose to fame after directing hit films of his decade st. On her journey down the yellow brick road, she encounters a garbagestuffed scarecrow michael jackson in a junkyard, a brokendown tin. An adaptation of the wizard of oz that tries to capture the essence of the africanamerican experience. Sidney lumets the wiz is the film version of the popular broadway musical that retells the events of l.
Thomas recalls memorable experiences with michael on and off the set. Frank baums classic 1900 childrens novel the wonderful wizard of oz featuring an allblack cast, the film was loosely adapted from the 1974 broadway musical of the same name. The wiz diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell vhs. It was michael jacksons first starring theatrical role and the first time he worked with music director quincy. The wiz is a 1978 musical adventure film starring michael jackson and diana ross. Please always view all pictures provided of the item you wish to purchase. Relive all of the magic of this beloved musical when dorothy is whisked away to the enchanting wonderland of oz, where she encounters the scarecrow, the tinman and the lion. Some of the bonus features that are on this disc arent included on the 2008 dvd and bluray. The song playing is ease on down the road, this is sang by diana ross. The wiz 1978 when harlem schoolteacher dorothy diana ross tries to save her dog from a storm, shes miraculously whisked away to an urban fantasy land called oz. The wiz is a 1978 american musical adventure fantasy film produced by universal pictures and. The wiz is the original motion picture soundtrack album for the 1978 film adaptation of the broadway musical the wiz. Michael jackson, a former motown star and close friend of diana ross, was cast as the scarecrow.
Nipsey russel plays the tin man who needs a heart and michael jackson sings and dances as the the scarecrow. The image is professionally printed onto a commercial quality heat transfer paper using a commercial heat press. Released 1978, the wiz stars diana ross, michael jackson, richard pryor, nipsey russell the g movie has a runtime of about 2 hr min, and received a score of out of 100 on metacritic, which. Plot during a snowstorm, the young teacher dorothy is thrown into the wonderful world of oz, where she has to ask help to the powerful wizard who rules oz to come back home. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more.
Rent the wiz starring diana ross and michael jackson on dvd and bluray. One of the two most famous songs from the wiz, this is a duet between dorothy and the scarecrow, which means it features the dynamic voices of diana. Although the film was produced for universal pictures by motown records film. Elmos fire 1985, the lost boys 1987 and flatliners 1990. The wiz 18 movie clip the crow anthem 1978 hd youtube. Diana ross plays a very moving and heartfelt role as dorothy. Diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell, and ted ross reprising his tonywinning role as the lion star in this academy awardnominated musical for the whole family. Lena horne, star of film and stage is glenda the good witch and richard pryor comedian and actor is the wiz. Were sorry but jwapp doesnt work properly without javascript enabled. Frank baums the wonderful wizard of oz featuring an entirely africanamerican cast, the wiz was adapted from the 1975 broadway musical of the same. Their stagelike performances successfully make the leap to film, making the wiz a.
Overview of the wiz, 1978, directed by sidney lumet, with diana ross, michael jackson, nipsey russell, at turner classic movies. As dorothy goes in search of the wiz, shes joined by the scarecrow michael jackson, the tin man nipsey russell and the cowardly lion ted ross. Jackson 5 jackson family music film film movie vintage black glamour michael jackson pics king of music universal pictures the jacksons love lives forever alwayspeechless. The production team created sets with a sense of urban magic and spectacle. It is based off the successful 1975 broadway show of the same name. The wiz showtimes at an amc movie theater near you.
An adaptation of the wizard of oz that tries to capture the essence of. Michael jackson makes his first screen appearance as the scarecrow, while richard pryor is the titular wiz, in a musical stacked with memorable songs from luther vandross and charlie smalls, arranged by. Free unlimiteddownload film big film movie diana ross michael jackson lady sings the blues richard pryor lena horne online s universal pictures. The wiz trailer directed by sidney lumet and starring diana ross michael jackson nipsey russell ted ross and mabel king a reimaging of the wizard of oz, set against an urban background with an. Magical tornadoes can strike down anywhere, i guess, and spin you off to the land of oz. I take a lot of pride in the product and the service i provide. The image is professionally printed onto a commercial quality heat. The wiz 68 movie clip everybody rejoice 1978 hd youtube. See more ideas about the wiz, michael jackson, musical movies. The character of dorothy in this film ends up on an. The wiz is a 1978 american musical adventure fantasy film produced by universal pictures and motown productions, and released by universal pictures on october 24, 1978. The wiz original soundtrack 1978 the diana ross project. Michael jackson shines and steals the show with his vocal and dance performances.
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