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"The Secret of Oz" is a documentary film, not a movie, that explores the hidden symbols and underlying economic themes found in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." Produced in 2009, it delves deeper into the allegories and draws connections between the book's narrative and the economic and political events of the late 19th century.
The film begins by examining the context of the Populist movement and the presidential campaigns of William Jennings Bryan, which advocated for monetary reform and the use of both gold and silver as currency. It suggests that L. Frank Baum's book was a political allegory reflecting the struggle between the industrialized East and agrarian Midwest/West, as well as the battle over the gold standard versus using both gold and silver as money.
"The Secret of Oz" explores how Dorothy's journey from Kansas to the magical land of Oz can be interpreted as a metaphor for the American people's search for economic prosperity during the late 1800s. The yellow brick road symbolizes the gold standard, which was believed by many at that time to be the only path to financial stability. However, the film emphasizes that the characters Dorothy encounters on her journey represent various groups affected by the economic challenges of the era.
Dorothy meets the Scarecrow, who represents the farmers and their struggle for fair economic policies. The Tin Man symbolizes the industrial workers who desire better working conditions. The Cowardly Lion symbolizes the politicians who lacked the courage to challenge the existing economic system.
As the story progresses, Dorothy learns that the Emerald City, believed to be a place of wealth and prosperity, is just an illusion. The portrayal of the Emerald City as a greenback money, rather than a gold standard, signifies Baum's belief that introducing more silver coinage into the economy would alleviate economic hardship.
In conclusion, "The Secret of Oz" aims to shed light on the economic symbolism present in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and its resonance with the political movements of the late 1800s. It connects the themes of the book to the historical context and proposes monetary reform as the only solution to economic hardships that are not only specific to America but also relevant worldwide.
The film begins by examining the context of the Populist movement and the presidential campaigns of William Jennings Bryan, which advocated for monetary reform and the use of both gold and silver as currency. It suggests that L. Frank Baum's book was a political allegory reflecting the struggle between the industrialized East and agrarian Midwest/West, as well as the battle over the gold standard versus using both gold and silver as money.
"The Secret of Oz" explores how Dorothy's journey from Kansas to the magical land of Oz can be interpreted as a metaphor for the American people's search for economic prosperity during the late 1800s. The yellow brick road symbolizes the gold standard, which was believed by many at that time to be the only path to financial stability. However, the film emphasizes that the characters Dorothy encounters on her journey represent various groups affected by the economic challenges of the era.
Dorothy meets the Scarecrow, who represents the farmers and their struggle for fair economic policies. The Tin Man symbolizes the industrial workers who desire better working conditions. The Cowardly Lion symbolizes the politicians who lacked the courage to challenge the existing economic system.
As the story progresses, Dorothy learns that the Emerald City, believed to be a place of wealth and prosperity, is just an illusion. The portrayal of the Emerald City as a greenback money, rather than a gold standard, signifies Baum's belief that introducing more silver coinage into the economy would alleviate economic hardship.
In conclusion, "The Secret of Oz" aims to shed light on the economic symbolism present in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" and its resonance with the political movements of the late 1800s. It connects the themes of the book to the historical context and proposes monetary reform as the only solution to economic hardships that are not only specific to America but also relevant worldwide.
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