directed by: Sidney Lumet, year: 1978
actors: Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russell, Ted Ross, Lena Horne

The Wiz is a musical adventure fantasy film that reimagines L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' with an African-American cast. The story follows Dorothy, a young schoolteacher from Harlem who is swept away to the magical land of Oz. As she travels through this vibrant and whimsical world, she meets the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion. Together, they embark on a journey to meet the mysterious Wiz, who they believe can help Dorothy return home.

Musical, Fantasy, Adventure, African American, Oz