Leonardo DiCaprio ’s Appian Way, Chad A. Verdi’s Verdi Productions and Danny Strong have partnered to make “Oz,” a documentary about the making of “ The Wizard of Oz .” Tom Donahue (“Mafia Spies,” “This Changes Everything”) has been tapped to direct.
“Oz,” which is currently in production, will take a behind-the-scenes look at the 1939 production that, according to the film’s description, “tested the limits of its creators,” which included director Victor Fleming and star Judy Garland. The doc will also examine how and why the film went on to become a timeless classic.
“The Wizard of Oz” remains deeply embedded in our culture, and its impact continues to resonate today,” DiCaprio says. “We’re fortunate to have the chance to tell the story, and to do it alongside Danny Strong, Chad V

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