Frank Baums original book.
Thiswickedwitch," Yeoh’s Madame Morrible declares in a message heard across Oz.
Dorothy (Judy Garland) is terrified, as are the young viewers watching.
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Part of her lasting impact across so many decades comes down to her iconic appearance.
When book-Dorothy finally picks up the water bucket, its a more savage act on the page.
Hamilton doesn’t just play the part, she disappears into it.
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Hamiltons role was so effective thatshe took extra steps to help kidsunderstand her role was simply make-believe.
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