“Allison Mack’s voice was removed from Amazon’s Lost in Oz.” Frank Report | Investigative Journalism from Frank Parlato, 2018. Web.
“Lost in Oz” is a cartoon series reinvents the Wizard of Oz story with a modern twist. The series aired on Amazon Prime Video on August 7, 2017, after being part of a test program, and was later published as “Lost in Oz.” It was composed and written by Adam Berry. The show recounts the adventures of Dorothy Gale and her pet Toto, who get swept away to the Kingdom of Oz without a clear way home. Dorothy and Toto must acquire magical components, traverse a diabolical plan, and rescue Emerald City from the Nome Empire with the help of their newest acquaintances, West and charming Munchkin Ojo, to return to Kansas.
Aulicino, E. M. “Emerald City: NBC’s Reimagining of Oz.” Journal of Popular Culture, vol. 53, no. 4, 2020. Web.
Emerald City is a 2017 TV series created by Matthew Arnold and Josh Friedman. The show is based on L. Frank Baum’s early twentieth-century Oz book series is set in the mythical Land of Oz. The show’s creators reinterpreted the tale of “The Wizard of Oz” by reconstructing the world of Oz in a modern and darker tone. One prominent component of the retelling is the representation of the Land of Oz as a more complicated and grittier realm with political intrigue, power conflicts, and darker themes. The show digs into the origins of many characters from the original tale, such as Dorothy, who was the Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man, presenting.
McGowan, D. “‘I’ll Get You, Tom and Jerry. And That Little Dog, Too!’: Adaptation, Transmedia, and Franchise Management in the Tom and Jerry and Wizard of Oz Crossovers.” Adaptation, vol. 15, no. 2, 2022, pp. 149-170. Web.
This book investigates the connections between Tom, Jerry, and The Wizard of Oz regarding modification, transmedia, and brand management. McGowan investigates how components of the traditional Wizard of Oz story are recast and incorporated into the Tom and Jerry realm. The article explores how the characters, ideas, and themes from The Wizard of Oz are altered to match Tom and Jerry’s humorous and slapstick approach and how crossovers are overseen within the larger franchise framework. The essay delves into the imaginative and strategic decisions that went into rewriting the story of Oz in the setting of the Tom and Jerry brand.
“The WIZ Live! – FULL STAGE SHOW | The Shows Must Go On – Stay Home #WithMe.”. 2020. Web.
“The Wiz Live!” is a colorful and contemporary rendition of the iconic Broadway musical “The Wiz,” produced by Neil Meron and Craig Zadan. Its first broadcast was live on NBC in 2015. This soul reimagining of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” features brilliant performers, beautiful costumes, and inventive sets, all presented live from New York’s Grumman Studios. “The Wiz Live!” fascinates audiences with its innovative perspective on the traditional narrative of Dorothy’s quest through the beautiful kingdom of Oz, fusing current music, dancing, and storytelling. The TV show offers a new and exciting take on “The Wizard of Oz” that resonates with longstanding fans and new audiences.
“William Shatner on ‘The Steam Engines of Oz’ and His Life-Long Love of Animation.” Collider, 2018. Web.
“The Steam Engines of Oz” is an animated Canadian film directed by Sean O’Reilly that retells the tale of “The Wizard of Oz” with an original spin. The familiar characters from the original story, like Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow, are shown as mechanical replicas in a dystopian society powered by steam-powered technology. The plot revolves around Victoria, a young mechanic who joins forces with these mechanical creatures to overthrow the villainous Baron, who governs the realm of Oz with a steely grip. They face difficulties and adventures along the road, culminating in a clash with the Baron and a mission to bring freedom and peace to Oz.