The only thing more iconic than Judy Garland's ruby slippers? The chaos behind them.
Actor Martin Sheen narrates this newly produced, feature-length high definition documentary, touching on the film's timelessness and legacy before diving into the story of its development, production and release.
Production
Judy Garland's brutal schedule: 12-hour days, barbiturates, and 16-year-old exhaustion.
Practical Effects
The original Tin Man almost died from aluminum dust. Yes, really.
Direction
Five directors, two Dorothys, and somehow they made magic anyway.
Director
Gary Leva
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The iconic ruby slippers were originally silver in L. Frank Baum's book; MGM changed them for Technicolor pop.
Martin Sheen recorded his narration while recovering from a heart attack, making his warm reflections on Hollywood's golden age unintentionally poignant.
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