In November 1938, a crowd of over 120 tiny actors ambled through the gates of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studios in Hollywood. They were about to become Munchkins in the classic film The Wizard of Oz. This most popular and acclaimed film made the reputations of Judy Garland and many others by, ironically, the diminutive actors and actresses who peopled Munchkinland weren't even listed in the credits. Most of us have never even heard their names but now their story is told, as thirty ex-Munchkins reveal their amazing personal stories. This book offers brand-new perspectives on the filming of the movie and what went on behind the scenes. We learn about life on the set, how they were recruited, intimate memories of the stars and the Munchkins' lives before and after Oz. Over 300 photographs, many never before published, illustrate and enhance the lively text
By:
Stephen Cox Imprint: Cumberland House Publishing,US Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 255mm,
Width: 200mm,
Spine: 12mm
Weight: 570g ISBN:9781888952049 ISBN 10: 1888952040 Pages: 256 Publication Date:08 January 1997 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Stephen Cox is a journalism and communications arts graduate, a TV and movie historian and has contributed to several books including The Three Stooges. He is author of the television book The Beverley Hillbillies.