Oz the Great and Powerful

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  • 2013


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$ 493 Million
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3.0
When most of the fun comes from Braffs vaudevillian wisecracks as the monkey, its clear there isnt nearly enough fun happening elsewhere. Av Club
2.5
When most of the fun comes from Braffs vaudevillian wisecracks as the monkey, its clear there isnt nearly enough fun happening elsewhere. Av Club
4.5
Rachel Weisz and Mila Kunis work with what theyve got as two of the sisters, but what theyve got isnt that much. Den Of Geek
2.0
While Oz is like retinal crack, he never seduces our hearts and minds. EW
3.1
It might have been more interesting if Raimi had attempted to shoot an Oz prequel using only the tools available to Victor Fleming and King Vidor in t .. Rogerebert
3.0
Considering The Wizard of Ozs ironclad status as a Hollywood classic, theres no way any movie about Oz could come close to matching the magic of that .. Common Sense Media
3.0
Abundant indicators of commercial success and faultless production values aside, theres a persistent sense of artifice here, something admittedly not .. Variety
3.0
Sam Raimis Oz The Great and Powerful is an extremely messy film wrapped around a heartfelt and creative character based core. We Got This Covered
1.5
Franco seems miscast as Oz theres more of a smirk than a twinkle in this hucksters eye. Austin Chronicle
3.0
Its an earnest hope, to be sure, and the greatest strength of Sam Raimis imaginative, if highly uneven, take on L. Frank Baums series of childrens sto .. Time Out
2.0
What it lacks, rather like Oscar himself, is any authentic magic: the scripts post Shrek wisecracks feel especially out of place, and the over process .. Time Out
0.6
Much like Disneys recent animated success Wreck It Ralph, Great and Powerful attempts to strike a tricky balance between irreverence and schmaltz, pla ..
1.3
qualifies as a cautionary tale, not about the perils of ambition and selfishness, but about the movie industrys misguided belief that it can distract ..
3.0
Say the words Oz the Great and Powerful out loud and I promise youll smile. Vulture
2.0
A miscast James Franco and a lack of charm and humor doom Sam Raimis prequel to the 1939 Hollywood classic.Oz the Wimpy and Weak would be more like it .. The Hollywood Reporter
3.0
Oz the Great and Powerful vacillates between visual wonders and earthbound duds.Is there enough here to make viewers believe
3.8
Much in the same manner that Raimis first two Spider Man movies successfully channeled the vigor and lan of the original comics even while presenting .. Paste Magazine
3.0
This motive is disappointing to say the least, but any scenes Raimi hands over to Kunis and especially Weisz as they spit venom and scheme are terrifi .. E Film Critic
3.0
If ever oh ever a Wiz there wasnt, you may find yourself singing, it is he. Telegraph
2.5
Despite the considerable amount of time, effort and cash invested in it, this film remains an unfocused fairy tale with the nasty bits left in, which ..
3.8
The more you like the Judy Garland film, the more you might appreciate Oz the Great and Powerful. San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
If there are post Harry Potter children who dont know or care about The Wizard Of Oz, they might be at sea with this story about a not very nice grown ..
4.0
The legacy of both Disney and Oz both could have found a way to stifle Raimis style, but Oz The Great and Powerful is undeniably a Raimi film. Cinema Blend
0.0
But its depressing to watch three excellent actresses diminished so thoroughly. Ny Daily News
2.5
Its big budget, with big effects, and big stars but biggest of all is its ambition. JoBlo
3.5
Oz the Great and Powerful is surprisingly exciting with beautiful visuals and a sharp balance between humor and emotional drama that makes even flat s .. Screen Rant
1.3
And, unfortunately, it has the model of the 1939 film to remind us how lacking in delight this version is. The Globe And Mail
2.5
Its a journey of self discovery, rife with movie cliches about believing in yourself, believing in your dreams, yada yada. Philly
3.0
Despite the title, Sam Raimis new Oz movie isnt great; it isnt even good. One Guys Opinion
1.5
The time is 1905that year of the first commercial cinemas, the nickelodeons. Village Voice
3.8
Oz, the Great and Powerful, is a winning back engineering of the Oz fantasy, a How the Wizard got to be Wonderful romp that is a stunning update The W .. Rogers Movie Nation
3.8
Oz the Great and Powerful is director Sam Raimis prequel to The Wizard of Oz. ReelViews
3.0
While limping along in a few areas of production, the Oz rebirth/prequel/tribute is truly extravagant family entertainment, gifted an epic swell court .. Blu Ray
3.0
Sam Raimi brings the jokey, adolescent sensibility of his Drag Me to Hell to this lavish Wizard of Oz prequel, and the result is as unshapely as that .. Chicago Reader
2.5
Either way, the shadow cast by the 1939 classic is a long one that any attempt to expand upon the world or its characters could never hope to escape. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
This is a far better film than Tim Burtons immensely successful Alice in Wonderland..And yet, for all Raimis wizardry, that dreamlike quality so belie ..
3.1
Its hard to say whats more enjoyable in Spider Man 2 the spectacular action sequences or the surprisingly moving dramatic elements. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
Prophecies like this are a plot device as old as storytelling itself.It gives the story structure, but it also gives away the rest of the story, which .. Lariat
3.0
The story could be simpler and more straightforward (and theres no good reason for it not to be), but the visuals are dazzling, and the conclusion is .. Eric Ds Nider
3.5
While it certainly has more potential to scare the Underoos off young kids than its predecessor, I doubt it will mesmerize them as much or have the le .. Screen It
2.5
Audiences may lap it up (the Oz themed stage musical Wicked is a global smash). Rolling Stone
3.5
The latest installment in Soul Jazz Records Boombox series, tracing the evolution of recorded rap in the late 70s and early 80s, provides us with the .. Pop Matters
4.0
Pay extra for the 3D treatment; this is one of those rare times when its worth it. The Wrap
3.0
On top of that, the pacing of the film slows to a crawl in the middle section, though it does rally for an entertainingly action packed climax.Despite .. View London
3.1
PLOT A carnival magician travels to a magical land where hes welcomed as a real wizard. News Day
2.0
Raimis film is supposed to be about magic, but magic is in scant supply. Cs Monitor
1.3
Even if you havent seen the spoiler filled trailers or Disney merchandise. New York Post
3.0
Some bits are enjoyable.But ultimately, other than some genuinely impressive visuals, it never makes a compelling enough case to justify its existence .. Az Central
2.5
So the movie toggles between inspiration and calculation, never finding its groove. Boston
3.0
Instead, we get an OK movie that sometimes looks good and is always professionally done, but one thats very rarely exciting and much longer than it ne .. Mountain X
3.0
When the screenplay calls for a noncowardly lion to leap out of the forest, what leaps is a lion, not a vaudevillian in a lion outfit.And that talkati .. Npr
4.0
Relax, my pretties. Oz the Great and Powerful is a lollapalooza of funhouse thrills and visually sumptuous filmmaking. Star Tribune
1.5
But apparently the mere act of watching and it was pretty mere has infected me with a desire to be somewhere else.Oz the Great and Powerful
1.5
More like the Bland and the Mediocre... Its impossible to believe this is a Sam Raimi film.
3.1
It is both strength and weakness of Oz the Great and Powerful that it is a true prequel, one that isnt inclined to monkey too much with Oz mythology o .. Toronto Star
3.0
by Though not fully satisfying as a prequel of sorts to the classic and beloved Wizard of Oz, Oz the Great and Powerful is vivid, colorful, and quite .. Emanuellevy
2.0
The film has lots of computer generated special effects but no magic. Guardian
3.0
Boisterous, engaging, lovingly detailed and overlong, Sam Raimis new film functions as a prequel to the classic myth: it is basically a very accomplis .. Guardian
4.0
Oz the Great and Powerful may not be perfect, but I highly recommend it to movie fans of all ages who enjoy fantasy, humor and stories with lots of he .. Reel Talk Reviews
3.1
It is a supreme irony, of course, that Raimis film is such a clear product of the digital age, its vast visual splendor produced largely out of 1s and .. Q Network
4.0
If there is an underlying theme, it is about the power of cinema to bring magic to our lives. Daily Mail
2.0
Is that really all the writers come to think of these characters from the novels.Raimi and the production do nothing but mimic every beat and rhythm o .. Cinema Crazed
2.5
But saying that Raimis trip to Oz is adequate eye candy with a good heart isnt the same thing as saying its actually good. Salon
4.0
As with Tim Burtons sequel to Alice in Wonderland, this colourful 3D fantasy adapted from a childrens classic has enough genuine spectacle and directo .. Flim List
4.0
They echo that of its con man protagonist, whose initial less than noble intentions cut through potential earnestness with which the film might have h ..
3.5
Utterly lacking in charisma, Franco has neither the necessary charm nor humor. Susang Ranger
5.0
Still, I had enough fun to predict that history (or at least a tiny piece of it) seems destined to repeat itself. Observer
3.5
But mostly youll have to set aside whatever fatigue youve earned after being assaulted by effects and green screen heavy movie products. Movies
3.0
Grade: C The classic, 1939 MGM film The Wizard of Oz clocked in at 101 minutes and boasted unforgettable characters and some of the scariest scenes ev .. Boston Herald
3.0
While the picture looks magnificent the narrative plods along predictably with little comedy and certainly no sense of magic. Express
3.1
This is an uneven but agreeably managed blockbuster, better than the last one (Jack the Giant Slayer) aiming for the same demographic. Chicago Tribune
2.0
Its a messy hodgepodge of half baked ideas and tongue in cheek references flanked by a pair of enjoyable sequences that suggest what could have been. Bullz-Eye
4.0
After a sequel to Lewis Carrolls great puzzle, we now get a prequel to L Frank Baums The Wizard of Oz (and a tribute to the definitive 1939 adaptation .. The Irish Times
3.5
Oz The Great And Powerful No movie ever can, or will, replace 1939s The Wizard Of Oz, but taken on its own terms, this eye filling fantasy is an enter .. Blogs Indie Wire
3.0
But unfortunately, nothing else matches the technical accomplishments. Blogs Indie Wire
4.5
This Oz doesnt have much heart or wonder, but with appealing characters, terrific actors and colorful action, its an entertaining fantasy for the mome .. Blogs Indie Wire
3.5
The first 45 minutes or so of the movie are a clever, wonderfully crafted homage to classic cinema, with Raimi expertly integrating modern 3D with old .. Las Vegas Weekly
3.0
Chances are that a younger audience with little knowledge of the 39 The Wizard Of Oz will find much to captivate them and if it makes them curious eno .. Total Film
4.3
Raimi deserves a lot of credit for making a PG fantasy epic thats both suitable and thoroughly enjoyable for the entire family. Lyles Movie Files
2.0
Otherwise, Raimi accomplishes his task with a series of visual tropes that gently remind us of the classic film without quite convincing that the whol .. Standard
2.0
Still, Oz the Great and Wonderful serves its modest purpose of entertaining little ones. Coles Mithey
3.0
Oz the Great and Powerful will likely dazzle family audiences while satisfying movie purists. Somewhere over the rainbow there may be a more magical m .. Detroit News
4.0
The journey to Oz is as fun and exciting as a theme park ride with the 3D used in playful ways, not only bringing added depth to this fantastic world, ..
3.1
Its a bit difficult to stick with the story, especially in the draggy final leg, but when Raimi keeps the tone light, this Oz can make fun. Groucho Reviews
3.5
... it is every inch a Sam Raimi film... and it is a genuine delight. It is Oz deep down in its bones... Hit Fix
3.5
But as family entertainment, its hard to fault such a rapturous spectacle and astute, suspenseful piece of storytelling. Cnn
3.8
Anyone expecting Oz the Great and Powerful to be in the same league as The Wizard of Oz will be massively disappointed.Taken on its own terms as an FX .. Aisle Seat
3.0
The monkeys may be emblematic of the way Raimi employs 3 D throughout, more for thrill ride impact than for the subtlety and depth that has marked the .. Movie Habit
0.0
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
3.0
Raimi is a deft first time employer of 3 D, sprinkling just enough eye popping moments throughout. Oregon Live
4.5
A visually dazzling, wickedly humoured and richly characterised epic that has Sam Raimis magic touch all over it. Film Ink
3.1
Overcrowding aside, the cast of Oz the Great and Powerful all perform admirably, even if Franco does flash his smarmy smile a few too many times for c .. Movies Tv Guide
1.5
It doesnt help that the dialogue is repetitive, sapless, and delivered unenthusiastically.
4.0
Against all the odds, Oz The Great and Powerful emanates a timeless magic which should hopefully entertain audience just as Judy Garland and her ruby .. Cine Vue
3.0
But despite it all looking terrific, there is somehow a niggling sense that like the Tin Man it lacks a real heart. Mirror
4.5
The inventiveness of this character is nothing less than inspired and builds a sense of anticipation that captures us and holds us in a state of barel .. Varia Gate
4.0
Throughout, Raimi strikes just the right balance of dreamy nostalgia and sharp wit. Digital Spy
3.0
It took courage to believe anything could and should be added to The Wizard of Oz. Tamp A Bay
3.5
But this non musical high tech, imaginative film has the magic, heart and humour of a wonderful, if slightly lengthy, new beginning. Nz Herald
2.5
** (out of four) If Oz the Great and Powerful only had a brain.And heart. Red Eye Chicago
3.5
The result, while far from iconic, is still an enjoyable, wondrous, family friendly adventure. Stl Today
2.5
By the end of the two hour 10 minute movie, director Sam Raimi proves he understands spectacle but not the deeper dreams of the people who consume it. Stl Today
3.5
It sags a bit during an overlong second act, and it stands little chance of achieving anything close to the original Wizards stature in the pop cultur .. Screen Crush
3.8
On those occasions when the characters come equally to life, the results are charming and magical, plain and simple. Dustin Put Man
3.0
But the plot and the relentlessly simplistic tone will only please children or undemanding adults. Contact Music
2.0
Oz the Great and Powerful is sometimes a beautiful film; and given the hundreds of millions of dollars thrown at this thing, it should be. Film Racket
3.8
In Oz the Great and Powerful, magic doesnt rule the day.Old fashioned, sleight of hand does. Larsen On Film
3.0
If it happens, itll be a warts and all show nothing will be missed. The Sun
2.0
It doesnt help that her face seems to be as frozen as Francos is frenetic. Killer Movie Reviews
3.5
While Oz the Great and Powerful is by no means a classic in the making, it is a largely entertaining piece of eye candy that benefits by having a dire .. Matts Movie Reviews
2.5
The computer generated imagery is spectacular, and its meant to be. The Filmy Ap
3.0
Raimis Oz is nothing more than a grand theft of a 74 year old vision, thinly veiled in over saturated colors and populated with action figure friendly .. Patriot Ledger
3.0
Pretty as all heck, in a manner that unquestionably reeks of Disneys attempt to sell you a theme park ride. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.8
Making a prequel to The Wizard of Oz takes courage and brains. This ones got a little of both, but most of all it has heart. Big Picture Big Sound
1.9
It doesnt take long until we start to feel like weve been plopped smack dab in the middle of a magical lands dysfunctional family holiday.
3.0
As you watch the plodding action in Oz unfold, youll find yourself wishing it had a bit more of the anything goes spirit of a B movie. Io9 Gizmodo
3.1
Disneys Oz the Great and Powerful offers up the backstory to the classic film The Wizard of Oz. Js Online
4.4
There is enough space left to squeeze out another adventure or two between this and the original film that inspired it, but this installment is very c .. Movie Crypt
4.0
Oz: The Great and Powerful Synopsis When small time magician Oscar Diggs (James Franco) pulls one flimflam too many, he finds himself hurled into the .. Movie Web
3.0
Its a terrific display of CGI at its best rather than replacing something that could be physically crafted, its used to bring an otherworldly, alien p .. Cinemix Tape
4.0
One of these days, TPTB will wise up and give Gore Vidal a microphone on Oscar night. Dead Line
4.0
Its often an exercise in insubstantial, gaudy CGI, but overall, while it may not have much courage in its adherence to the 1939 classic, the film stil .. The Shiz Nit
3.1
Oz the Great and Powerful is entirely serviceable family entertainment. Problem is, serviceable doesnt quite cut it when youre talking about the magic .. Mercury News
3.8
The latter, besides representing the finest in CG/live action integration, conjures something we rarely expect of big budget movies genuine charm. Bitly
3.0
Its got heart and nerve (you can spot some clever efforts to avoid infringing the 1939 films copyright), but the brain keeps saying the finale is awfu .. Scots Man
3.0
The first 45 minutes is a dream but thanks to a by numbers plot, the longer you dally in Oz, the less wondrous you find it. Metro
3.0
Raimis movie doesnt have the charm or innocence of its illustrious forebear. The Ooh Tray
3.0
Unfortunately, hypothesizing the notion that Disney can churn out something even remotely decent and imaginative is, well, naive and hopeless.Oz the G .. Movie Mezzanine
1.8
Dorothy was right: Theres no place like home. And thats exactly where you should see this film: on TV, for free, instead of paying for it in a theater .. Or Lando Weekly
4.0
Sam Raimis grand and magical new picture recalls the sense of wonder that movies could once awaken in us. reason
2.0
For every positive spin the visual flare, a really good supporting cast, interesting back stories the film cant overcome its one fatal flaw. That flaw .. Bowling Green Daily News
3.8
Visually the film is a feast. This may be the first family friendly acid flashback. Scifi Movie Page
3.5
Raimis sense of humour permeates the flick, and its a far livelier adventure than the drowsy Alice. Streaming Quickflix
3.0
What does it say about Oz the Great and Powerful that China Doll, a creature born of digital code, is the movies most affecting character Wsj
1.9
A portrait of plasticity that could have benefited from more intelligence in its narrative structure, more feeling in its characterizations and more c .. Clclt
4.0
Maybe best of all is the depiction of Oz as a peaceful, multicultural democracy where no one kills anyone else. East Bay Express
3.5
Its beautiful to watch, and it takes full advantage of the modern filmmaking technology to present a visual spectacle. Fat Guys At The Movies
3.0
Basically if you want something done right, again, then Sams your man. Concrete Play Ground
1.5
The studio that hinges on creating magical family entertainment seems to have forgotten that magic, contrary to popular belief, is not created by adhe .. Ion Cinema
4.0
Helena Bonham Carter does something with Miss Havisham that Martita Hunt couldnt quite manage in the brilliant 1946 David Lean film; namely, make it f .. Tiny Url
3.0
The real star of the story is the enchanting, rapturously imagined setting. Movie Mom
1.9
Never content to let a classic lie, the next worst thing to remaking a film is making a pseudo prequel.Oz the Great and Powerful proves that commercia .. Cinema Sight
2.5
And though a vista that suggests Monument Valley with snow has startling splendor, other landscapes seem borrowed from Avatar, and a waterfall plunge .. Entertainment Time
3.0
Im recommending only because of the fabulous effects in 3D. But in reality, it is neither great, nor powerful. Tri City Herald
3.0
It is an engaging adventure but not a particularly memorable one The hilarious CGI monkey, nicely voiced by Zach Braff (surprisingly not Andy Serkis), .. Daily Star
3.5
Visually spectacular, Oz: The Great and Powerful is a beautifully created film that really takes advantage of both super sized screens and 3 D. Media Mikes
3.5
But as far as performances, this is very much a woman led film.Francos Oz is more of a passive hero whereas the witches are all hands on. Daily Film Fix
4.5
And where theres Evanora, theres Theodora, a character that, unfortunately, Mila Kunis never sells.
3.0
The script just isnt that compelling.The film looks pretty great, but its ultimately flash over substancewhich is a boredom recipe for anyone over the .. Theepoch Times
4.4
The movies success comes from the sheer joy and personality Raimi brings to it. Even working on a gargantuan scale, hes still making the movies he lov .. Sf Examiner
1.0
Still, its not enough.At this point, Im epic battle weary, witched out, tired of formerly wicked, idiosyncratic directors like Burton and Raimi manufa .. Grant Land
3.0
Overall, Oz the Great and Powerful is good and effective. It could be better, but it feels like part of the Oz most of us know and love, and that fact .. Assignment X
2.2
This incarnation of Oz and its stars may be pretty to look at, but nearly every aspect of the production is empty headed. Spectrum Culture
4.5
1939 is remembered as one of the greatest years in cinematic history. Johnhanlon Reviews
1.0
Just like Dorothys technicolour journey before, this trip through Oz is once again smeared by this ill deserving charlatan. Graffiti With Punctuation
1.0
Oz the Great and the Powerful is trying to tell a new story while honouring the legacy of The Wizard of Oz. Graffiti With Punctuation
3.8
If the wicked witches are the driving force of the film, Glinda is its heart. Toledo Blade
1.5
Im not saying this isnt a real sociological phenomenon, just one that the film has little trouble with supporting. Battleship Pretension
5.0
Everything here has been drawn out to an unconscionably long 130 minutes without much story but with too many characters.How many witches do you need .. Honey Cutts Hollywood
3.0
The finale in particular, which puts the Wizard into Oz, is a clever and inventive spin on the power of magic and illusion over tyranny and might. Sky
0.5
A production this lavish, on the mega sized Imax screen, should not induce yawns and droopy eyelids. Kaplan Vs Kaplan
2.5
So began 1939s immortal classic, The Wizard of Oz, a film whose timeless charm endures untarnished today. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
3.8
It is replete with Dutch angled zooms to heighten audience tension and montages of characters, often shot in overlapping close ups. Free Beacon
3.0
Ozs journey to become The Man Behind The Curtain is a fun and surprisingly touching experience. Mac Guff
2.9
Thats a fine excuse, and this is an acceptable stroll though a fantasy world, but if I see Oz on the poster then I expect something great and powerful .. Schmoes Know
3.0
The raised eyebrows and slightly silly tone are all a little bit of a put on, but neither Franco nor anyone else goes full Depp in this one. Film.com
1.5
Oz remains a calculated studio endeavor, filled with awkward shifts between simple minded humor, gooey sentimentality, lavish effect sequences and mov .. Metro Times
3.5
Packed with vivid 3 D visual delights, cheerful humor and a delightful medley of Oz citizenry, Raimis good natured adventure fantasy honors its legacy .. Ut Sandiego
3.1
Youll wish there was more beneath Ozs sneaky grin than the same old tropes, but the movie is diverting nonetheless. MLive.com
4.0
A remake is frankly inconceivable, so instead weve had an animated sequel, a Michael Jackson starring musical spin off, and the unofficial (and frankl .. Hey U Guys
3.0
Though slick and visibly appealing, this is empty, vapid, and could have been so much more.
3.0
Sam Raimi wearily pays a tribute to all the adaptations of The Wizard of Oz, but at the same time leaves us floating in the air with a flying broomsti ..
2.9
Its an awesomely lavish style that feels both new in its ability to capture scenes and old in its passion for slapstick and gags. Flixist
3.1
Oz the Great and Powerful isnt great, nor is it powerful, but it is competent and entertaining. Web Archive
3.0
It was never going to be exceptional and it was going to be impossible for it to much the wonder of its 1939 follow up.The story is too constrained by .. Standard Net Au
5.0
A mixture of fairy tale, romance, adventure, suspense and magic in an overlong spectacular that will in turn amuse, delight, bore, amaze and occasiona .. Birmingham Mail
2.5
As for the chemistry between Rudd and Fey, its flat.This might come as a surprise, but Fey doesnt really interact well with any of her co stars. Kc Active
3.0
Something that stood out (so to speak) was the sheer amount of cleavage being exhibited by the movies three witches I thought Disney had a rule about .. The Mercury
3.0
... Respects its origin while standing apart as its own satisfying adventure. Stardem
3.1
The hackneyed message is about the importance of belief, but in what The idea that even the most talented and impressive women should move aside if a .. Gomemphis
3.0
Has a lot to offer if you like your fantasy big, brash and jovial, but with a hint of horror in places. Sfx
4.3
Its a good companion piece to the 1939 classic as well as a good film on its own, and is a much better film that Burtons Alice in Wonderland in every .. Alternative Lens
2.0
Oz the Great and Powerful is fun enough, although it could be both greater and more powerful. Movie Juice
3.5
Im mostly meh on majestic green screen vistas at this point, but the CGI characters (Finley and China Girl especially) look great, as does the way Rai .. Blogs Houston Press
2.5
All published materials contained herein are owned by their respective authors and cannot be reprinted, either in their entirety or in selection, with .. Cinema Phile 2010 Blog Spo ..
3.5
Kunis cackle is loud and harsh matching any decent, boisterous Halloween laugh. Digital Journal
2.0
Leave your preconceptions at the door and enjoy it for what it is. In this case, the man behind the curtain knows what hes doing. Mania.com
1.5
He doesnt have the real magic the good gullible people of Oz are expecting.
2.5
Audiences may leave on a high after the whizz bangery of a thrilling final 20 minutes but the sensation is illusory. Screen Space(Squarespace)
2.5
Every sentence delivered unintentionally feels like a Marilyn enticement or seduction. Fox News
1.5
A gnarled intrigue book ended by a couple of full tilt action scenes, the drama has a wildly uneven tone. Ma Cleans
3.0
But this fun filled, fantastically rendered yellow brick romp, a back story companion piece festooned with its own characters and once upon a time cha .. American Profile
4.5
When a movie is as beloved as The Wizard of Oz, making a prequel would seem a foolhardy enterprise. Put one foot on the Yellow Brick Road and you risk .. Movie Talk
3.0
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3.8
But, taken on its own merits, Oz the Great and Powerful is a grand adventure notable for its enchanting visual artistry. Rss Feeds Usa Today
3.0
Tries mightily to determine precisely what kind of story it wants to be a romp or an adventure and doesnt quite land at either. Zaki's Corner
3.1
Franco appears to be more of a dude you would find at 7 11 late on a Friday night buying some Doritos than giving off the vibe of a movie star.
3.0
Oz the Great and Powerful somehow manages to be both slavish to its hallowed template and completely tone deaf to the magic that made it a one of a ki .. Dallas News
1.9
Throughout, though, (James) Franco mugs as if in a silent movie and basically acts like a big kid playing dress up. He is hardly a whiz of a wiz. Jc Online
3.0
Aside from that, youre better off watching The Wiz.At least it is truly ambitious, even if it also represents a great filmmaker failing in all too man .. Movie City News
2.0
Oz weaves compelling and believable back stories for many familiar characters and satisfyingly explains the origins of the fiery Oz head and the man b .. Events Austin 360
4.0
With his enchanting adventure Oz the Great and Powerful, director Sam Raimi eventually manages to blaze his own trail down the Yellow Brick Road while .. News Ok
3.0
In that way no matter what Raimi himself says! Ozs journey parallels that of cinema itself, from sideshow gimmick to epic storytelling. Topless Robot
0.5
Predictable, burdened with unfunny dialogue and stilted performances, and insulting to its audience and its source material, this Oz is anything but g .. Eugene Weekly
2.3
When Kunis, obviously a sweet woman, is asked to scream and cackle its unintentionally funny. Tucson Weekly
4.5
As for the other witches of Oz: Michelle Williams is still shaking off her Marilyn Monroe dust as Glindawearing a childlike manner thats not syrupy en .. Bitch Media
3.8
The film blends together impressive special effects, a story about teamwork and the redemption of a man who finally strives for greatness into an effe .. Atlantic City Weekly
3.0
The movie also looks sharp and impressive, even if a lot of it is empty candy. Deads
3.0
My family enjoyed it more than Disneys live action sequel of Alice in Wonderland that Tim Burton directed. Family Home Theater
4.5
Exactly what Tim Burton tried to do, and failed, with his last four films. But this time, with Raimi at the helm, it worked. Technology Tell
2.0
He just doesnt fit the charming (theres that word again) magician type, even playing a fake one. Every Movie Hasalesson
4.0
The movie is a delight, from the fantasy, jewel toned visuals to the new characters. Patheos
2.5
Its too bad you have to sit through over an hour of archaic ideas to get to the ode to modern film trickery.
3.5
Beyond the Hills is a subtle, heartbreaking film that rewards the patient viewer. Windy City Media Group
3.5
The scene is a nice metaphor for Oz the Great and Powerful, which manages to be a fun and entertaining adventure despite a habit of going one step too .. Ifc
2.5
CGI baboons, the wizards CGI monkey companion and colorful but soulless CGI landscapes of Oz are no substitute for the absence of even one great song .. Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) ..
3.0
True...the odds were stacked against Raimi in his film that has some moments but hardly seems momentous. Spectrum (St. George, Utah ..
2.3
Perhaps the witches put a spell on the filmmakers because for all of the movies technical wizardry, the story and the characters are as flat as a Kans ..
3.0
Still, Oz the Great and Powerful is on the whole engaging and entertaining. Movie Dearest Blog Spot
4.4
(1 star) Perhaps the biggest sin a horror film can make is boring its audience. News Gazette
3.1
Aesthetically, Raimi oversees a lavish blockbuster production bleeding with ambitious 3 D effects and CGI opulence. SF Crowsnest
2.5
Stunning visuals, some suprising plot twists, dreadfully mediocre dialogue delivered by a woefully miscast James Franco. Sound Cloud
4.5
Wizard of Oz may be a movie originally made for kids, but Oz: The Great and Powerful is a magical spectacle and story enjoyable for all ages.
3.0
Raimi was the right person to elevate some pretty standard material, though Franco and Kunis may not have been the right people for the job.Although t .. Lawrence
3.0
This origin tale of how the man behind the curtain got there is as overblown in design as it is wan in emotion. Bloom Berg
2.0
What has one thumb and looks like its bored to be in this movie.There are some really great things about Oz the Great and Powerful and some really bad .. Filmdrunk Uproxx
3.5
A perfectly solid family adventure, one thats made all the more fun for cinebuffs by those signature Raimi touches. Moviedex
3.0
Great and Powerful extends the metaphor to film in more literal ways and kind of suggest that if men made movies, the starlets made magic. Movies With Butter
3.0
The films CGId talking monkey is more alive than Franco. And it totally looks fake.
3.5
Although patchy in terms of tone and pacing, Oz the Great and Powerful feels coherent overall. Clothes Onfilm
1.5
Baums stories, characters, and themes have ricocheted through American culture, non stop, ever since. ( The Magazine of Fantasy & ..
3.8
Raimis prequel is a beautiful diversion, a colorful and clever homage to perhaps the most loved film of all time. Planit North West
3.0
What a stunner it is. Presumptuously speaking, this new take (a prequel) is/will be a modern classic. Video Review Master
1.5
Style The Independent In the sweltering heat, sleeping without the relief of a fan can be near impossible but the reprieve isnt without its risks. Voices Yahoo
1.9
Even if the movie had looked decent, though, it still would have been just as awful, thanks to the script and performances. Coed Magazine
2.5
The results are understandably inconsistent.Oz features a couple of fun performances, a handful of witty lines, some clever details and spectacular co .. Mass Live



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