Get ready for a whole new take on the world of Oz. On Tuesday, Variety reported that “Watchmen” series director Nicole Kassell is set to helm “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, based on the novel by L.
Frank Baum. RELATED: ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Is Hollywood’s Most Influential Movie, Samuel L. Jackson Is Most Influential Actor “I am incredibly honoured to join Temple Hill and New Line in bringing this beloved classic to the screen,” Kassell said. “While the 1939 musical is part of my DNA, I am exhilarated and humbled by the responsibility of re-imagining such a legendary tale,” she continued. “The opportunity to examine the original themes — the quest for courage, love, wisdom and home — feels more timely and urgent than ever.
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