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The Wizard of the Emerald City (1997): Cast

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The Wizard of the Emerald City is a 1997 adventure family film directed by Pavel Arsenov, starring Vyacheslav Nevinnyy as Scarecrow, Vyacheslav Nevinnyy Jr. and Natalya Varley. It runs 1 hour 3 minutes.

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The Wizard of the Emerald City (1997) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 3m (63 min)
Director
Pavel Arsenov
Genres
Adventure , Family , Fantasy
Original language
Russian
Studio
Experimental Performers Association "Ladya"
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Wizard of the Emerald City About?

The premise of The Wizard of the Emerald City without spoilers.

The witch Gingemma creates a cyclone that whisks Elli away; the witch is destroyed. In the Magic Land, Elli’s dog Totoshka becomes a guide and urges her to take the witch’s silver shoes. Elli befriends a brain‑seeking Scarecrow, a cowardly Lion and a heart‑desiring woodcutter. They battle Bastinda’s ogre, tigers and winged monkeys to find Goodwin Wizard and have wishes granted.

The Wizard of the Emerald City Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • surrealism
  • part animated
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

The Wizard of the Emerald City Cast & Characters

Vyacheslav Nevinnyy leads the cast as Scarecrow, with Vyacheslav Nevinnyy Jr. as Cowardly Lion and Natalya Varley as Bastinda / Gingema. Directed by Pavel Arsenov; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Pavel Arsenov

More films directed by Pavel Arsenov: The Purple Ball, Don’t Leave Your Lovers, Confusion of Feelings and King Stag.

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The Wizard of the Emerald City Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

"Volshebnik Izumrudnovo Goroda" (1994) Trailer
  • Clip Волшебник изумрудного города (л-фильм.1994.)
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The Wizard of the Emerald City Also Known As

Also known as “Volshebnik Izumrudnogo goroda”.

Also known as
  • Volshebnik Izumrudnogo goroda

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The Wizard of the Emerald City FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Wizard of the Emerald City, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Wizard of the Emerald City?

The Wizard of the Emerald City runs 1 hour 3 minutes (63 minutes).

When was The Wizard of the Emerald City released?

The Wizard of the Emerald City was released on January 7, 1997.

Who directed The Wizard of the Emerald City?

The Wizard of the Emerald City was directed by Pavel Arsenov.

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Who is in the cast of The Wizard of the Emerald City?

The Wizard of the Emerald City stars Vyacheslav Nevinnyy as Scarecrow, Vyacheslav Nevinnyy Jr. as Cowardly Lion and Natalya Varley as Bastinda / Gingema, among 13 credited actors.

Does The Wizard of the Emerald City have a post-credit scene?

No. The Wizard of the Emerald City has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Wizard of the Emerald City in?

The original language of The Wizard of the Emerald City is Russian.

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