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THE WIZ

Written, Directed, Edited, and Researched by Rae

This video explores how The Wiz evolved from a groundbreaking Broadway hit into an ambitious Hollywood film shaped by Motown politics, fame, and creative ambition. Centered on Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, and Stephanie Mills, it traces the tensions, casting battles, and cultural impact behind one of the most influential Black musicals ever made.

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