Road Out Of Oz
What Do You Mean There’s One More Thing?
After their brief respite in the poppy field, Dorothy and her friends finally arrive at the gleaming Emerald City. It is a happy, carefree place where they can relax, refresh, and refuel. It is a place where they can get some final brush-ups and touch-ups after their long journey. Then, just when they are ready to…
Quote – Fear
“Fear only goes where it’s invited to stay.” – From the song “Sisters Brothers” by Drew Holcomb.
Facing the Witch
Dorothy and her companions reluctantly leave the safety of the Emerald City to do the unthinkable…face the Wicked Witch of the West. They try to be confident, but are far from it. They travel through a dark and ominous woods, weak in the knees and constantly looking over their shoulders for a much feared attack. The attack…
Quote – Choice
“Since it costs a lot to win, and even more to lose, you and me bound to spend some time wondering what to choose.” – From the song “The Deal” by Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter.
The Realization
Having vanquished the Wicked Witch, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion return to the Wizard to receive what they have longed for. Emboldened by their victory, they proudly present the Witch’s broom stick to the Wizard and anticipate their reward. But instead of rewarding them, the Wizard tells them to, “Come back tomorrow.” Shocked, heart…
Quote – Failure
“The only real failure is the failure to try.” – from the movie “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.”
The Return
With the words “There’s no place like home” still ringing in her ears, Dorothy slowly opens her eyes to discover she is home. It’s still the same old home. She is still surrounded by the same sepia drabness of the Kansas farm. She is still looking at the same family and friends she has always…
Quote – Understanding
“Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.” – Carl Jung.
The Credits
The credits are one of the most neglected parts of a movie. Unless you’re a true movie buff, when the credits roll you probably feel the movie is over and get up to go. It’s a rare individual that stays and reads all those names and positions racing quickly up the screen. But if it…
Quote – Risk
“Take risks: if you win, you will be happy; if you lose, you will be wise.” Anonymous