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The performances transcend the film's tropes, grounding it in characters that feel more complete than this subgenre often produces.

In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

This movie is inappropriate for kids. Approximately five times characters refer to wanting to feel "sexy." There's also a cgi sequence that is overtly sexual and completely inappropriate. Recently Katy Perry received a lashing for her duet with Elmo, but that was mild compared to the cleavage that's shown here. Ashanti's acting and singing is horrible, and her quest to become a star is shallow. The usual lovable characters (muppets/WOZ) are forgettable. This Disney movie does not do the muppets justice. This movie seemed slow and we simply couldn't finish it. My son actually did like the shrimp instead of a dog as Toto because it was an original muppet character, and actually had a few funny scenes.I want to make clear that this crap is a complete disgrace to Jim Henson. Shame on his kids, Brian and Lisa (?), and shame on Disney. Jim always took great pride in his work, ensuring that it was educational, fun, inspirational, and original. This movie is none of the above.

Jim, Jim, wherefore art thou, Jim! I have to say this was the first time I was genuinely disappointed by any Muppet movie. This was nothing more than a tribute to the next little pop star, Ashanti, and it made it feel like a selling out of all things Muppet. This work was pretty weak, the adaptation itself was horrendous, and the acting was ... (I hate to say it) sad.I hope with all My little Muppet Heart, that Brian does something innovative and GOOD to give us something back from this horrendous disappointment.Yes, it really WAS that bad. *sighs* It rates a 3.4/10 from...the Fiend :.

SPOILERSI do not know what exactly to give it. It was a fun version of the classic the Wizard of Oz, but yet there were moments that were unbearable to watch. This would be a good film to give a six, but yet there were some scenes that could be a nine or eight. Meh, six will have to do. Anyway, this is a nice and fun adaption of the delightful story, and there were also pop culture references, such as the Dark Side Of The Moon reference. I think you know what I mean.Here is the plot of this made-for-TV movie. It is pretty obvious what the plot is. It is basically the story of the Wizard of Oz with the Muppets in it. Dorothy gets whisked away to Oz with her prawn. She goes on a journey to find the Wizard of Oz for she wants to become a famous singer. Then, the plot is pretty much the original Wizard of Oz. However, the Flying Monkeys were a biker gang and it was not a dream.Overall, this is an average made-for-TV movie. Also, even though it was totally unnecessary, I liked Quentin Tarantino's cameo when Dorothy fights the Wicked Witch of the West. It was completely unnecessary and totally random but it was still funny. I still want to know why the Flying Monkeys were a biker gang. This is not the Wiz! Anyway, there are some petty differences from this and the novel, not to mention the movie, but it should not be just like the original.6/10Recommended Films: The Wizard Of Oz (Obviously)

There are about 3 good jokes in this. Ashanti can't act.The photography and special effects are bad and the writing is nowhere near normal Muppet standards. Some of the chemistry is still there between the puppets but apart from a few high points, it's one to watch while sleeping off Xmas dinner.Because IMDb has a 10 line minimum I have to think of something more to say but I really feel I said it all. Go and watch the original Muppet Show, or the Muppets Christmas Carol instead.