The Wizard of Oz

Published: Aug. 13, 2014, 8 a.m.

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In August 1939, one of the most popular musicals of all time had its premiere in Hollywood. Featuring the young Judy Garland, the Wizard of Oz brought to life a well-known American fairytale. It made Garland a star for the rest of her troubled life. Witness brings together BBC archive recordings of members of the film's cast and crew.

Picture: Judy Garland, Credit: Associated Press/Warner Bros.

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