The Wizard of Oz: Separating Fact from Fiction
Update: 2025-11-22
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John Fricke, an expert on the classic film The Wizard of Oz, debunks long-standing rumors and myths about the movies production. Despite innovative techniques leading to accidents like Margaret Hamiltons burns and Buddy Ebsens allergic reaction, Fricke emphasizes that the films success outweighs its setbacks. He also clarifies that Judy Garland was not mistreated by Munchkins and that the suicide rumor is false. Lastly, Fricke debunks the popular theory that Pink Floyds album Dark Side of the Moon syncs with the movie.
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