Wizard of Oz Fact #35: Oz the Great and Powerful Used Practical Illusions
To honor the spirit of early cinema, ‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ incorporated practical illusions: such as smoke, mirrors, and stage‑magic tricks: into the Wizard’s performances. These effects helped bridge the gap between Baum’s era and modern filmmaking.
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Source: Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)