Rather than using black‑and‑white film for the Kansas scenes, the production team built sepia‑colored sets and costumes. This allowed the footage to retain subtle depth and texture that would have been lost in true monochrome. The practical sepia approach created a warm, nostalgic atmosphere that contrasted beautifully with the vivid world of Oz.
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Source: Good Housekeeping