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Dark 'Wicked of Oz' Promises Gory, Violent Reimagining

8/22/2025

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"Wicked of Oz," a dark reimagining of "The Wizard of Oz," will be released in November.
Directed by Aaron Mirtes, the film portrays a violent version of Oz with Dorothy as a captive.
It features characters such as a cannibalistic Glinda and a heart-collecting Tin Man.
Producers intend to deliver a gory, action-focused experience, excluding musical elements.

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Story summary

"Wicked of Oz," a dark reimagining of "The Wizard of Oz," will be released in November.
Directed by Aaron Mirtes, the film portrays a violent version of Oz with Dorothy as a captive.
It features characters such as a cannibalistic Glinda and a heart-collecting Tin Man.
Producers intend to deliver a gory, action-focused experience, excluding musical elements.