Movie Knowledge 1
Name the 6 main characters
dorothy
lion
scarecrow
tinman
the wiz
glinda
When and where does the movie take place
The movie takes place in the 1970's during Thanksgiving week. It begins in Harlem, and then Dorothy is taken to the magical Land of Oz.
name 3 songs
ease on down the road
you cant win
believe in yourself
What lessons does the movie teach?
Believe in yourself, be a good friend, and be brave.
Who directed the movie
Sidney Lumet
What jobs are shown
Dorothy - teacher
Scarecrow- farm worker
the wiz- ruler
Musicians, dancers, performers
what is a famous line from the movie
believe in yourself
what animation style was used
it is a live action musical featuring real actors, costumes, practical effects, and elaborate sets
How did this movie influence culture
Celebrated Black excellence in film and music
Inspired future musicals and stage productions
Became a beloved cult classic
Introduced Michael Jackson in his first major movie role
Who composed the music
Charlie Smalls wrote the original songs for the Broadway musical
Quincy Jones produced the music for the movie
What customs and traditions are shown
Thanksgiving family gathering
Helping friends in need
Singing and dancing to celebrate
what is the movie about
Dorothy gets lost in the land of Oz and wants to find her way home. She meets new friends who help her on her adventure. Together, they learn to be brave, kind, and believe in themselves
who is a notable actor in the movie
micheal jackson as the scarecrow
What culture inspired the movie
This movie celebrates African American Culture, blending black music, fashion, dance, story telling, and urban life into the classic Oz story
What awards did this movie win or get nominated for
Best Costume Design
Best Art Direction
Best Cinematography
What meals and food are shown
Thanksgiving dinner: Turkey, Sweet Potatoes, Cornbread
name 3 memorable moments
dorothy meets the scarecrow
everyone sings ease on down the road
dorothy learns she can go home by believing in herself
Is this based on a book, fairy tale, or true story
It is based on the 1900s children's book The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. It is a fantasy story, not a true story
What historical event connects to the movie
Released during the late 1970s, The Wiz reflects the impact of the civil rights Movement and the growing celebration of black representation in entertainment and the arts
When was the movie released
October 24, 1978
What kind of leadership or kingdom exists
The Wiz rules the Emerald City.
Describe the main plot
Dorothy is swept away to the magical land of Oz. To return home, she follows the yellow brick road to find The Wiz. Along the way, she meets the scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion. Together they face challenges, discover courage, love, wisdom, and self-confidence, and learn that what they seek has been inside them all along.
Share a fact about how the movie was made
Many scenes were filmed at famous New York City locations, including the World Trade Center, Coney Island, and the New York State pavilion in Queens, making Oz look like a magical version of New York City
What SEL lesson does it teach
believe in themselves
build confidence
work together as a team
RANDOM QUESTION
What celebrations or holidays are shown
(must get both for extra points)
Thanksgiving
The celebration after defeating Evilene