# The Wizard of Oz (1939)

> A Kansas farm girl and three endearing misfits follow a dazzling road through Oz in search of the courage, compassion, and belonging they already carry within them.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/508

## Facts

- Runtime: 102 min
- Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Family
- Director: Victor Fleming
- Cast: Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Jack Haley, Bert Lahr, Frank Morgan, Margaret Hamilton, Billie Burke, Clara Blandick
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032138/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: whimsical, uplifting, dreamy, family movie night, holiday viewing

## Synopsis

A young girl embarks on a fantastical journey to find her way home, discovering friendship and courage along the way.

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