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Tom and Jerry & The Wizard of Oz
- Review Date: August 23, 2011
- NR
- Genre: Family and Kids
- 2011
Common Sense Media says
Entertaining crossover has typical slapstick mayhem.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this crossover movie between Tom and Jerry and The Wizard of Oz plops the classic Hanna-Barbera duo into the story of Dorothy's landing over the rainbow. Like all Tom and Jerry cartoons, you can expect loads of slapstick, cartoonish violence, here with a bit of added creepiness thanks to the Wicked Witch of the West and her flying monkeys. But because Tom and Jerry have to band together to rescue Dorothy, there's slightly less antagonism than in their other cartoons -- plus more musical numbers to lighten the mood.
What's the story?
The story of TOM AND JERRY & THE WIZARD OF OZ is basically the same as the original Wizard of Oz, with the legendary cat-and-mouse duo along for the ride. They're swept into Oz right along with their friends Dorothy (voiced by teen jazz singer Nikki Yanofksy) and Toto after a twister drops her house on the Wicked Witch of the East. Tom and Jerry follow Dorothy, who has skipped ahead on the Yellow Brick Road, and find their own young friend, Tuffy, who'd like the gift of height from the Wizard. As they catch up to Dorothy and her three new friends, Tom and Jerry find themselves having to put their differences aside to save everyone from the evil Wicked Witch of the West, so they can all get back home to Kansas.
Is it any good?
As iffy an idea as it might originally seem, this crossover is actually quite entertaining. Yanofsky has an amazing voice, which -- while not Judy Garland's brand of perfection -- sparkles with the same depth and vulnerability. Of course, Dorothy isn't in the story as much as Tom and Jerry, but when she sings, she soars, and it makes the whole production much more palatable. Tom and Jerry still fight, as always, but they're also partners in this adaptation, and as such, the slapstick is slightly less over-the-top than it often is in the cartoon.
There are families for whom Tom and Jerry are strictly on the do-not-watch list, and it's doubtful that this addition in their filmography will make any difference. But for those who are willing to give the classic Hanna-Barbera duo a try, this is a good entry point, since so many children know The Wizard of Oz. With its familiar story, surprisingly good animation (the Kansas bits are sepia-toned and the Oz sequences in vivid colors), and memorable songs, families could do loads worse on a rainy afternoon than revisit Dorothy through the eyes of Tom and Jerry.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the appeal of crossover stories. Why it funny to watch Tom and Jerry enter the story of the Wizard of Oz? What other movies might make good crossovers for the cat and mouse?
Critics of Tom and Jerry have complained about their persistent violence toward each other. Do you think the violence has less impact because it's animated?
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Fun and typical
Typical Tom and Jerry stuff. Violence here ad there. We've seen much worse in other cartoons. My 5 yr old liked it a lot.
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February 6, 2012
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funny
Parents need to know that this crossover movie between Tom and Jerry and The Wizard of Oz plops the classic Hanna-Barbera duo into the story of Dorothy's landing over the rainbow. Like all Tom and Jerry cartoons, you can expect loads of slapstick, cartoonish violence, here with a bit of added creepiness thanks to the Wicked Witch of the West and her flying monkeys. But because Tom and Jerry have to band together to rescue Dorothy, there's slightly less antagonism than in their other cartoons -- plus more musical numbers to lighten the mood.
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A cute and funny crossover!
I'm 16 and I just love this movie. It's just like the Wizard of Oz movie animated, but with Tom and Jerry. It has the classic songs such as Some Where Over the Rainbow, and We're Off to See The Wizard. The animation is beautiful and the voice acting is wonderful. Little bit of cartoon violence here and there, but nothing you haven't seen in a classic Tom and Jerry cartoon. You get 2 classics in one movie. Defenatly see it.
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OK movie
I've seen this on Cartoon Network and it's a good movie. It has some slapstick/cartoon violence and mildly creepy moments, but nothing too bad for kids 6+. Plus, it has positive messages about the importance of family and friends, bravery, and teamwork. Violence: Typical "Tom & Jerry" cartoon/slapstick violence, and at one point, Tom is swallowed by an alligator. Some mild peril, like when Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion almost get crushed by rocks. Plus, the Wicked Witch Of The West is shown melting in a longer death scene. But nothing graphic is shown and nobody gets seriously hurt. Consumerism: Crossover of the popular cartoon, "Tom & Jerry" and the popular movie, "The Wizard Of Oz" and kids might want to watch these after seeing this movie.
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| Topics: | magic and fantasy |
| Studio: | Warner Home Video |
| Director: | Spike Brandt |
| Cast: | Frances Conroy, Stephen Root |
| Genre: | Family and Kids |
| Run time: | 59 minutes |
| DVD release date: | August 23, 2011 |
| MPAA rating: | NR |
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