“OZ the Great and Powerful” serves as a prequel to the well-known classic “The Wizard of OZ.”

James Franco plays Oscar Diggs (the future Wizard). This character could’ve been played by someone else to really bring this main character to the next level.

Mila Kunis also disappoints in bringing any sort of depth to what would later become the Wicked Witch of the West. While the movie is entertaining, it is important to remember that the movie is geared toward children at its most basic level, so some of the dialogue may seem a bit adolescent.

All in all, the visual effects of the movie are awe-inspiring, and viewers will not be left unimpressed. The key to enjoying this movie is to not expect too much and to sit back and embrace the nostalgia of an old childhood classic.