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The Sphere in Las Vegas has successfully reimagined 'The Wizard of Oz' as an immersive, technologically advanced experience, drawing large crowds and generating nearly $200 million in ticket sales, highlighting the power of nostalgia and experiential storytelling in a changing entertainment landscape.
The Wizard of Oz is grossing up to $2 million daily at the Sphere in Las Vegas, where it is shown on an ultra-high-resolution LED screen, drawing thousands of fans and generating significant revenue, with plans to continue showing the film indefinitely and expand its use in other Sphere locations worldwide.
The article critiques Sphere, a new Las Vegas venue showcasing a heavily altered, AI-enhanced version of The Wizard of Oz, highlighting its superficial spectacle, technological excess, and the underlying costs and ethical concerns associated with AI-driven entertainment.
A critic reviews the immersive adaptation of 'The Wizard of Oz' at Sphere in Las Vegas, highlighting its innovative use of a massive dome and IMAX screen that challenge traditional viewing experiences and raise questions about the future of cinema.
The Sphere in Las Vegas has added AI-generated, two-second cameos of Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav and James Dolan in a new version of The Wizard of Oz, sparking controversy over AI use in film.
James Dolan revealed a subtle AI-enhanced Easter egg in the Sphere's immersive 'Wizard of Oz' experience, where two uncredited characters' faces were replaced with his and David Zaslav's for a brief moment, highlighting the use of AI to preserve the film's integrity while creating new digital enhancements. The project involved extensive AI work and collaboration with artists, with Dolan planning to showcase the film at Sphere venues worldwide for the next decade despite high costs.
The Sphere in Las Vegas is set to open a groundbreaking immersive experience of 'The Wizard of Oz' that combines high-tech physical effects like wind, flames, flying monkeys, and large-scale visuals to bring key film moments to life in a way never done before, creating an unparalleled multi-sensory journey for visitors.
A pair of iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" sold for $28 million at auction, far exceeding the estimated $3 million. The slippers, stolen from a museum in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018, were part of a high-profile theft case involving Terry Jon Martin, who pleaded guilty in 2023. The auction set a new record for entertainment memorabilia, surpassing the previous $5.52 million record for Marilyn Monroe's dress. The slippers were one of four surviving pairs from the film.
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" sold for $32.5 million at auction, setting a record for the most valuable movie memorabilia ever sold. The slippers, one of four surviving pairs, were stolen in 2005 and recovered by the FBI in 2018. The auction also featured the Wicked Witch's hat, which sold for $2.9 million. The Judy Garland Museum attempted to buy the slippers but was outbid.
The iconic ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz," which were stolen nearly 20 years ago, have been sold at auction for $28 million, plus a $4.5 million buyer's premium. The buyer, who bid by phone, remains unidentified.
A pair of Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," stolen from a Minnesota museum nearly 20 years ago, sold at auction for $28 million, setting a record for movie memorabilia. Including auction house commissions, the total price reached $32.5 million, far exceeding the pre-auction estimate. The slippers, one of four surviving pairs, were recovered in 2018 after being stolen in 2005. Other items from the film also fetched high prices at the auction.
A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" and stolen from a museum in 2005 were auctioned for $28 million, with the total cost reaching $32.5 million including the buyer's premium. The slippers, recovered by the FBI in 2018, were part of a theft involving Terry Jon Martin, who pleaded guilty in 2023. The Judy Garland Museum was among the bidders, raising funds to purchase the iconic shoes. The auction coincides with renewed interest in "The Wizard of Oz" due to the release of the movie "Wicked."
A pair of Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz," stolen from a Minnesota museum in 2005 and recovered in 2018, sold at auction for $28 million. The slippers, one of only four known pairs, are considered a significant piece of Hollywood history and cultural symbolism. The theft involved Terry Martin and Jerry Hal Saliterman, with Martin pleading guilty in 2023. Other pairs are housed at the Smithsonian and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
After watching the musical adaptation of "Wicked," the author re-watched "The Wizard of Oz" and found their perceptions of the characters significantly altered. Glinda, once seen as a purely good witch, is now viewed as a complex character with a tragic past involving Elphaba, the Wicked Witch. The Wizard is seen as more deceitful and selfish, while the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba, is portrayed with empathy, highlighting her mistreatment and misunderstood actions. The monkeys, once seen as minions, are now considered followers of Elphaba due to her kindness towards them.
Margaret Hamilton, who played the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz," endured significant hardships during production, including severe burns from the green makeup and dangerous stunts. Despite these challenges, Hamilton, a former kindergarten teacher and single mother, became iconic for her role. The film's production was notoriously difficult for many actors, with issues ranging from heavy costumes to harmful makeup. Hamilton's interest in ecology and environmentalism reflected her "green" character beyond the screen.