If you ever only watch one old movie, this should be it. The switch from black and white to color, the characters, the music, the actors, it's all so well done. And this is one of Judy Garland's most memorable performances. It's fun and exciting and the music will have you singing and dancing along.

[8.6/10] I revisited this one for the first time since childhood, and was blown away at how fully formed and surprisingly modern it is for something made in 1939. I wasn’t able to sit down and watch the whole thing with rapt attention, hence the lack of a full review, but I was still so impressed by this. The transition from sepia to color still packs a punch nearly eighty years later, and the sheer virtuosity of the production design, the camera work, the costuming, the songs -- everything that went into making Oz feel like a world and wondrous place unto itself -- is beyond impressive. There’s a little filler here and there -- the poppies scene feels extraneous and the Cowardly Lion’s king song comes off as unnecessary -- but on the whole, this one’s great throughout. I love the satire of The Wizard not actually giving everyone what they sought, but rather emblems of it, with quiet commentary about impressions vs. substance that totally went over my head as a kid. At the same time, the songs are catchy and the story, while a little silly at times, does a nice job at capturing childhood wonder and fantasy land amazement, while finding an analogue for each of Dorothy’s real life friends and enemies and anxieties. Overall, a colorful, wondrous, incredibly well-made film that absolutely holds up.

over fucking rated, average movie at best

How can you not like this film? It is the classic musical! Grew up watching this as it's my mum's favourite musical. Very colourful and so ahead of it's time, you forget that it was made so early. Amazing effects for the 30's. The casting was perfect and Judy Garland is a doll! It will go down in history for being one of the best movies and hopefully will never be forgotten.

Hadn't seen this since I was very young. But wow, I enjoyed it way more than I remember enjoying it as a kid. Such a gorgeous movie with so much heart and fun.