The Wizard of Oz Books Where Shockingly Violent

The Wizard of Oz Books Where Shockingly Violent

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The transcript discusses the differences between L. Frank Baum's book 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' and its 1939 film adaptation. While the movie is a family-friendly classic, the book contains darker themes and characters. The transcript highlights key differences, such as the Tin Man's origin, the presence of characters like Bungle and Princess Langwidere, and the book's political allegory. It also contrasts the film's focus on the Wicked Witch with the book's Gnome King. The transcript concludes that the film's lighter tone contributed to its enduring popularity.

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