Witches, Wizards, and Wickedness: Examining the Role of Evil in the Land of Oz

The Evil Witch of Oz is a prominent character in the classic novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" written by L. Frank Baum. She is known as the primary antagonist of the story, constantly plotting against the main protagonist, Dorothy. The Evil Witch of Oz is portrayed as a cruel and malicious character, determined to obtain the magical silver slippers that Dorothy wears. This enchanted footwear is believed to grant immense power and control over the land of Oz, which fuels the Witch's desire to possess them. Throughout the book, the Evil Witch of Oz displays her evil nature by conjuring terrifying creatures and placing curses on anyone who opposes her.

In 2013, the Witch was accidentally freed by Dean and battled the Winchesters, Dorothy and Charlie Bradbury to get the Key and bring her army to Earth. She nearly succeeded but was finally killed by Charlie with the ruby slippers.

While investigating an ancient computer in the Bunker, Dean accidentally knocks over the bottle containing the spell Dorothy used to bind herself and the Witch, releasing both. The Witch tries to get the slippers by threatening to drown Toto, but it is soon obvious that the only way to obtain the slippers is to kill Dorothy.

Throughout the book, the Evil Witch of Oz displays her evil nature by conjuring terrifying creatures and placing curses on anyone who opposes her. She sends her winged monkeys to capture Dorothy and her companions, in an attempt to steal the silver slippers and maintain her rule over Oz. Despite her sinister intentions, the Evil Witch of Oz is ultimately defeated by Dorothy and her friends, who use their intelligence and courage to overcome her obstacles.

The Wicked Witch of the West: The self-explanatory villain.

The Wicked Witch is one of the most recognizable Villains of movie history. She is one of only nine other females that appear on the AFI's Top 100 Villains list. She is the highest-ranking female villain, and she certainly deserves her rank.

Just by looking at her name, there is little question as to the nature of the Wicked Witch. She has become the archetype for wickedness and is an easily identifiable image of evil. She is cruel, manipulative, and cold – all the features that one would expect from one who is wicked. Most dictionaries defined wickedness as being synonymous with evil, and we can certainly see this reflected in the Witch's behavior in The Wizard of Oz.

In the Wizard of Oz, The Wicked Witch of the West has conquered the Winkies and treats them as slaves. She remains in power by using her army of flying monkeys that do her bidding. She uses the fear of her cruelty in order to stay in power – and prior to Dorothy arriving in Oz, the terrors of the Wicked Witch had simply been a part of life for the citizens of Oz.

But things begin to change when Dorothy arrives in Oz. We get our first taste of the Witch's wickedness when she fails to show any sort of remorse for her dead sister. Instead she simply appears angry to have been cheated out of the enchanted ruby red slippers.

The Witch immediately comes up with a number of plans to steal the slippers and eliminate Dorothy in the process. However, she finds herself foiled time and time again as Dorothy makes friends on her way to see the Wizard. These series of events all reveal the inherent evil and true wickedness of the Witch who craves nothing but power. Greed is her primary motivation.

The Witch is unsuccessful at stopping Dorothy from reaching the Wizard, but in a twist of fate the Wizard charges Dorothy with disposing of the Witch. Dorothy is captured by the Flying Monkeys as she tries to sneak into the Witch's castle. The Witch tries to get the slippers by threatening to drown Toto, but it is soon obvious that the only way to obtain the slippers is to kill Dorothy. Again, this scene reflects the wickedness of the Witch as she uses the life of Toto as ransom to obtain what she wants.

The Wicked Witch doesn't know how best to dispose of Dorothy and take the Ruby Slippers for herself, so she locks Dorothy away instead. During this time, Dorothy's friends attempt a rescue, but they are cornered by the Wicked Witch's guards. The Witch decides that they all must die, but Dorothy will die last. She will watch her friends suffer and suffer in the process. She sets the Scarecrow on fire, and in an attempt to extinguish the flames, Dorothy throws water on the Witch which causes the Witch to melt. Upon realizing what has happened, the guards that had once been under the Witch's control rejoice – another reflection of the true evil of the Witch.

Throughout the film, there is no redeeming goodness in the Witch, as with many villains in film. She is illustrated as truly wicked, and never wavers from this characterization. Of course, for anyone who has seen the musical Wicked, the perception of the Wicked Witch changes entirely, but in the film itself there is no justification for the Witch's evil actions earning her the title of villain.

Then again, perhaps all the Wicked Witch needed was a friend, as illustrated in the video below.

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Dorothy throws a bucket of water at the Witch, causing her to melt away due to her vulnerability to water. The character of the Evil Witch of Oz serves as a representation of evil and tyranny in the story. While initially portrayed as all-powerful and feared by the inhabitants of Oz, she is ultimately defeated by the unity and determination of the story's protagonists. Overall, the Evil Witch of Oz is a significant character in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," adding depth to the narrative and providing a formidable antagonist for Dorothy and her companions. Her defeat showcases the triumph of good over evil and highlights the power of friendship and teamwork..

Reviews for "The Wicked Witch's Legacy: How Oz's Antagonist Transcended the Silver Screen"

1. Jane - 1 out of 5 stars:

I was incredibly disappointed by "Evil Witch of Oz". The storyline was dull and predictable, and it completely lacked the charm and magic of the original "Wizard of Oz" story. The characters were one-dimensional, and the acting was subpar. Overall, I found this adaptation to be a major letdown and I do not recommend it.

2. Mark - 2 out of 5 stars:

I had high hopes for "Evil Witch of Oz" but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The visual effects were impressive, but the script was weak and the dialogue felt forced. The pacing was off, and the movie seemed to drag on without truly captivating my attention. I wouldn't consider it a total disaster, but it certainly wasn't worth the hype.

3. Sarah - 1 out of 5 stars:

I couldn't even finish watching "Evil Witch of Oz". The acting was incredibly amateurish, and the production quality was cheap. The storyline was poorly executed, and it seemed like the filmmakers were just trying to cash in on the success of the original "Wizard of Oz" without putting in any effort to create a compelling narrative. I cannot recommend this film to anyone.

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