Wiz Kid | 5
Think Twice: Michael Jackson
The Casting of Diana Ross
This chapter explores the decision to cast Diana Ross in the movie adaptation of The Wiz and the initial reservations from colleagues. It discusses the phone call producer Rob Cohen received from Berry Gordy, the head of Motown, insisting on Ross's involvement. The chapter also mentions Motown's previous success with movies and the appointment of Sidney Lumet as the director.
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