Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return

Clarius Entertainment | Release Date: May 9, 2014

5.0	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 64 Ratings

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cpevateauxMay 11, 2014

Took the whole family to see the movie for Mother's Day. Kids absolutely loved it. Fun family movie that had some amazing visual effects. My 8 year old wants to see it again. I think seeing it in 3D was huge. They scene when Dorothy firstTook the whole family to see the movie for Mother's Day. Kids absolutely loved it. Fun family movie that had some amazing visual effects. My 8 year old wants to see it again. I think seeing it in 3D was huge. They scene when Dorothy first lands in Oz was amazing.… Expand

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stevehaneMay 10, 2014

I found this movie an inspiring heartfelt story about a young girl dealing with the chaos in the wake of a natural disaster, then being transported back to a magical land where her friends are in trouble. She meets some new friends who haveI found this movie an inspiring heartfelt story about a young girl dealing with the chaos in the wake of a natural disaster, then being transported back to a magical land where her friends are in trouble. She meets some new friends who have their own flaws to overcome, but through the story they grow and successfully bring order back to their world. On returning home Dorothy then makes things right in the real world. These are the kinds of stories we should be telling more of.… Expand

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rodfuryMay 9, 2014

Wonderful family movie! The themes and messages were great and relevant for todays children. Despite the critics the music was wonderful and memorable!

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Jdog28May 16, 2014

A great musical, very fun and imaginative. The new characters are cool additions and it's nice to see how the old characters have "evolved" since getting their gifts from the Wizard. The kids really enjoyed themselves and continued talkingA great musical, very fun and imaginative. The new characters are cool additions and it's nice to see how the old characters have "evolved" since getting their gifts from the Wizard. The kids really enjoyed themselves and continued talking about the movie all week, comparing which character they liked the most, funny lines they remembered, and singing several of the songs. We downloaded 3 of the songs they liked the most, so glad I could find them on iTunes. It was nice to leave the theatre feeling good for a change!… Expand

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KenkingeryMay 9, 2014

I saw the movie and, despite what some of these critics contend, it is a beautiful film that is extremely family friendly with beautiful music. There are at least 3 songs that are memorable and which have market breakout potential. All of theI saw the movie and, despite what some of these critics contend, it is a beautiful film that is extremely family friendly with beautiful music. There are at least 3 songs that are memorable and which have market breakout potential. All of the voice actors do an outstanding job with Martin Short being nothing short of inspirational (pun intended). This is a worthy addition to the Oz legacy and story line!… Expand

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LbidaveMay 11, 2014

If you want to read an unbiased review google Dove, Legends of OZ... They said this movie is good clean family fun and that what I'm looking for when I take my 10 and 3 year old children to the movies. I saw the movie Friday night and IIf you want to read an unbiased review google Dove, Legends of OZ... They said this movie is good clean family fun and that what I'm looking for when I take my 10 and 3 year old children to the movies. I saw the movie Friday night and I thought it was amazing. The first thing my oldest did (after asking if we could see it again) was download some of the songs. He has been singing them all week and I have been humming right along with him. Do your self a favor and pay no attention to the negative reviews and absolutely go see this movie.… Expand

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chickadeeMay 12, 2014

Wow... I don't get all these super-negative reviews! Saw Legends of Oz this weekend, and while it wasn't perfect, it was a really fun day at the movies. Great songs, fun new characters (I love Marshal Mallow), and lots of action. Em and HenryWow... I don't get all these super-negative reviews! Saw Legends of Oz this weekend, and while it wasn't perfect, it was a really fun day at the movies. Great songs, fun new characters (I love Marshal Mallow), and lots of action. Em and Henry look pretty flat, but some of the stuff in Oz is beautifully animated. And it definitely has heart, like the Tin Man!… Expand

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76yroldgrandmaMay 15, 2014

Ok! First, the Wizard of Oz book by Frank Baum & Julie Garland in the Wizard of Oz film is classic & timeless ~ one that's watched time & again by each generation. The Legends of Oz animated musical film is delightful and charming. ItOk! First, the Wizard of Oz book by Frank Baum & Julie Garland in the Wizard of Oz film is classic & timeless ~ one that's watched time & again by each generation. The Legends of Oz animated musical film is delightful and charming. It remains to be seen how the kids will react & whether the film stands the test of time. I say that because we [the writer and several of her grand-mother or older gal friends] attended an afternoon show & there were No children watching the film -only about 1 dozen attendees. The gals & I LOVED the animation & melodious musicality of the movie! It will catch on & there should be lots of children seeing it this weekend.

The music by Bryan Adams, songwriter/composer, pinned for the film is Great -- I think the kids will particularly like the song & animation of the Happy song, "Work with Me!" & of course, the journey through Candyland will be loved by the kids.
The animation process & effects for the characters of Oz (i.e., Tin Man, monkeys) are amazing. I enjoyed listening to the talented singing voice of Lea Michele's & she really got into the role of Dorothy's character.

This grownup Loved/enjoyed the wonderful stellar, talented voices of Megan Hilty & Hugh Dancy, both in their solo performances & as the 'China Princess & Marshall Mallow' singing their Beautiful duet song, 'Even Then'.~ sigh :-)
Martin Short really shines as the Jester don't you think; & kudos go to the costume designing for the Jester -- Patrick Stewart is also great & appealing to the little ones as Tugg the Tugboat!

The gals thought the movie was very 'cute' & well suited for young children to see -- lots of laughs & chuckles made in the journey through candyland -- all of them will tell their kids to take their grandchildren to see it.

Personally (& at my suggestion) we All agreed, over cups of Hot Tea, to give it an A+ on being a positive role model with high marks in educational values to be discussed w/the kids. Some of the values we talked about were: 1) the good Vs evil; the "work with me" attitude in helping one another, 2) a reiteration of helping those in need of a brain(education); of courage, & heart (scarecrow/lion/tin man) & 3) it connects the dots to people in Dorothy's Kansas; e.g., the Jester & the appraiser abusing governmental powers, et al.

One reservation perhaps could be for parents to be cautious about their young 3 to 4 YOs seeing the film ~ the mean flying monkeys battle in 3D might be too scary for them.

Although the Top Box Office attendance stats were not as great as other films at this point (about $3.7M), I do think it will do Very Well, especially in DVD sales for home viewing.
TOYS: I think the Jester, Toto, Tin Man & Marshall Mallow plush toys will do well; & I believe the Hotest item will be the fashion Singing Dorothy Doll w/cute cowboy boots, et al- especially since she sings the Happy song "Work with Me" from the movie. Like Dorothy, let’s think positive & remember, "There Will Always be a Rainbow when One Needs it Most"… Expand

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roseluv517May 12, 2014

This movie was GREAT. My whole fmaily loved it, myself (35) husband and 2 boys. The whole theatre was clapping at the end because the story was so great. Kept you engaged every minute. Music and characters are great. A must see forThis movie was GREAT. My whole fmaily loved it, myself (35) husband and 2 boys. The whole theatre was clapping at the end because the story was so great. Kept you engaged every minute. Music and characters are great. A must see for families! P.S. its not supposed to be a remake but rather a sequel!… Expand

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Jaxi18May 16, 2014

The kids give it a 10, I give it an 8. We enjoyed the movie too much to pick it apart. The music was fantastic! The kids were thoroughly entertained, which is what I was hoping for the most. Most of the animation was very good and the actorsThe kids give it a 10, I give it an 8. We enjoyed the movie too much to pick it apart. The music was fantastic! The kids were thoroughly entertained, which is what I was hoping for the most. Most of the animation was very good and the actors did a great job bringing life to both the old characters and the new characters. Can't understand why any professional critic could give this film a zero. ?? That's actually fishy.… Expand

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helpmovingtocalMay 23, 2014

I love it. I saw this film with my family (Dad and Mum); it's a family thriller. I think it's one of the best movie for the family. 3 good songs in this movie is lovely and very touching.. Don't miss it

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SansNPapyFeb 19, 2016

I honestly loved this movie so much, I don't know why people have to hate this immensely. The animation style was wowing to me, smooth frames, wonderful graphics, it was outstanding! I just loved the characters, especially Marshal. I don'tI honestly loved this movie so much, I don't know why people have to hate this immensely. The animation style was wowing to me, smooth frames, wonderful graphics, it was outstanding! I just loved the characters, especially Marshal. I don't know why this movie is so good in my opinion, but others need to give this as much love too. People have worked so hard on this, but have gotten a ton of negative reviews.
I loved The Legends Of Oz so much, I watched it about thirty times, and that is not exaggerating, not a lie at all. Total truth! In my opinion, this is much better than the original, and better than other "Knock-offs".
This is, and has been the best movie I have ever seen.… Expand

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