Review of Emerald City

The re-imaging of the tale of Wizard Of Oz is finally here and to my surprise it's a worthy adaptation. Although, there are some major changes, it feels like the writers have put a modern spin on a classic tale. As Dorothy is carried by a twister into an unknown land where she runs into a witch, which sets off a chain of events that will lead her to the wizard himself. Even If you are familiar with the books you will be met with surprises along the way. Unlike most adaptations, Emerald City forges it's own path as the writers takes a fresh approach to a classic tale. Emerald City isn't without it's flaws, for instance; it's characters development, or to rephrase, the lack of development puts a damper on the shows atmosphere. Perhaps in time it will gain the necessary traction it needs. The scarecrow is portrayed by Oliver Jackson-Cohen, who will play a major part in the story, which begs the question of whether he will live up to the epic story that comes with the territory. Perhaps the most questionable decision the story tellers made was making Toto a German Shepherd.

Emerald City is full of potential and has a lot to live up to, if they can polish the rough edges, I believe NBC might just make this show worth while.