A Wonderful Life

The Wizard of Oz is a 1939 American film that was a successful transformation of the 1900 novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. The protagonist in the film, Dorothy Gale is the character I have chosen as to analyse the moral values and ideals in their pursuit of overall goodness throughout the film. Goodness in this film is expressed through various moral qualities, including kindness and righteousness. To “Strive for Goodness”, we are exerting ourselves to be a person of right and…

that we on solid Earth have been able to explore. Not by ourselves, but accompanied by one or more fictional characters and their adventures shared through the written word. Using the literary works of: “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” by Frank Baum, “His Dark Materials: The Subtle Knife” by Philip Pullman, “Reckless” by Cornelia Funke, and also by Funke “Inkheart.” I intend to delve into the history and meaning behind how and why they work. ROOTS OF PORTALS …

). The one theme that is depicted in Wizard of Oz, and many critics would say that it is the main theme and flow of the film which is beckoned throughout time is the aspect of Home. It is simply the short saying, there is no place like home (The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Themes, 2016). The main protagonist, Dorothy, resides in a place that many people would be unwilling to call home. A Kansas prairie with a very great extent and dangerous…

The Wizard Of Oz Minnie Hsu Dr. Friedman Us. History October. 7. 2014 “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, one of the world’s best-loved fairy tales written by L. Frank Baum in 19th century. L. Frank Baum was born 1856. This fairy tale is not just a simple adventure story. This story also reflects the economic and political situation in the 19th century. During that time period, it looks good on the outside. However, there were weak presidencies in the inside. From…

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is an American children 's book written by author L. Frank Baum. The book was written in May of 1990 and was known by most people from seeing the popular 1902 Broadway musical, as well as the iconic 1939 musical film. The Wizard of Oz film and novel had been widely translated due to being so well known and popular. The movie and book of The Wizard of Oz can be analyzed in the way the author made use of its characters, colors, and environment within the text in…

the affection of another woman, Tanis Judique, after the loss of his best friend. He begins his affair, turns to a life of drinking and partying, and takes an active role in the city’s strike. With this internal rebellion, Babbitt’s friends attempt to bring him back into a conservative role. Upon his refusal and as word of his rebellious life spreads, his wife falls ill and his life begins to fall apart. He soon returns to his conservative lifestyle and his wife. His son, Ted, marries a girl and…

Cowardly Lion, who said he lacked courage but was brave at every turn. These characters set off on an adventure that saw them face and overcome obstacles at every turn, regardless of whether they were from the environment, animals, or people. This wonderful story captured the hearts and minds of its readers from the book’s publishing in 1900 up until today. This universal appeal prompted Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) to create a movie version…

the most resourceful on of the group. Today, he can be seen as the illegal immigrant community, especially the groups given amnesty. They are not technically Americans, but are actually the truest to our American dream, coming here to make a better life for themselves and their families. Dorothy’s next companion is the Tin Woodsman. At the time of the writing, he was believed to represent the dehumanization of industrialized work. This easily translates to the laid off workers in todays…

and the Cowardly Lion is a politician name William Bryan who was seen by many people as an all talk and no action man. They make their journey across the Yellow Brick Road (which according to this belief referred to the gold standard) to see the Wonderful Wizard, who resembled President Grover Cleveland. The word “Oz” is actually the abbreviation for ounce which is the standard for measuring gold. The green of the Emerald City represents the American dollar. And finally, The Wicked Witch of the…

Over the Rainbow The Wizard of Oz is one of the most pivotal movies of its time. Directed by Victor Fleming, almost 80 years ago in 1939, he created one of the most classic movies of all time. The movie was inspired by the novel written by L. Frank Baum over 100 years ago in 1900. Judy Garland perfected the role of Dorothy Gale who so selfishly seeking to escape from her own family and their Kansas farm. Dorothy soon finds herself in a juxtaposed universe after a tornado ravages through the…