Walt Disney Home Entertainment has officially announced and detailed the 2D and 3D Combo Pack releases of producer Joe Roth and director Sam Raimi's Oz the Great and Powerful, which stars James Franco, Rachel Weisz, Mila Kunis, Michelle Williams and Zach Braff. The fantastical adventure arrives on Blu-ray on June 11th.
Synopsis: When Oscar Diggs (Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is first swept away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he's hit the jackpot, with fame and fortune his for the taking. All that begins to change, though, when he meets three witches -- Theodora (Kunis), Evanora (Weisz) and Glinda (Williams) -- who aren't convinced he's the great wizard everyone's been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must uncover who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity and even a bit of wizardry, Oscar transforms himself not only into the great and powerful Wizard of Oz but into a better man as well.
The 2D (BD + DVD + Digital Copy) and 3D (3DBD + Digital Copy) editions of Oz the Great and Powerful feature 1080p video, DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 surround and a number of extras:
The Magic of Oz the Great and Powerful: Second Screen Experience - An immersive Second Screen experience that details all things Oz, from an interactive map full of secrets and surprises to an inside look at the spectacular world of Oz. All fans need to do is download a free Second Screen app (currently available for immediate download at the iTunes Store for iPads) which provides fans with a variety of opportunities to remain connected to their favorite film and its cast of characters, and to dive deeper into the magical world of Oz. The app also provides exclusive access to exclusive content including:
The Enchanting Characters and Creatures of Oz - From Munchkins and Tinkers to good witches, bad witches, and flying baboons, this piece follows each character and creature of the Land of Oz from inspiration to final outcome.
The Sounds of Magical Oz - What adds fragility to the sounds of China Girl's footsteps, ferocity to the tornado, or weight to the flutter of Finley's flapping wings?
Sleight of Hand: Zach Braff Puppet Theater - Finley voice actor Zach Braff introduces viewers to the Finley mock-up.
Mariah Carey Music Video
China Girl and the Suspension of Disbelief - This feature uncloaks the several forms of movie magic employed to bring China Girl to life, from the initial artwork and character design to the on-set puppeteering during filmmaking and, finally, through each stage of the visual-effects process. It also includes an interview with Joey King, the voice of China Girl.
Before Your Very Eyes: From Kansas to Oz - Production designer Robert Stromberg takes viewers through the set design of the Land of Oz, from sketching his original ideas on a napkin, through to the final set pieces and the accompanying visual effects.
Mila's Metamorphosis - Lead makeup artist Howard Berger expands on one of the oldest, most tried-and-true forms of movie magic: makeup design and effects.
Walt Disney and the Road to Oz - It's well known that Walt Disney had a fascination with the Land of Oz since he was a child. See how that fascination grew into inspiration as he began planning for his own adaptation of the stories in the classic Baum books.
Mr. Elfman's Musical Concoctions - An interview with composer Danny Elfman, who reveals his inspiration in scoring Oz The Great And Powerful.
My Journey in Oz by James Franco - A personal story produced and directed by James Franco.