13. The Wizard of Oz (1939)
In a film that is full of visual wizardry (ha!) it's very difficult to pin down just what the best part is. Oh no it isn't, it's very simple. The beginning! 'The Wizard of Oz' begins in a sepia tone, with everything looking and feeling kind of washed out. Throughout this part there are a few notable moments of impressive visuals, especially the tornado ravaging the farm.
But of course, after Dorothy gets transported to the Land of Oz, everything switches to a brilliant, vibrant Technicolor, full of shots of the Emerald City and the infamous Yellow Brick Road. And who could forget the ruby slippers? But of course, color isn't the only thing going for this movie. It also features armies of extras playing Munchkins, all wearing a unique outfit. There's the huge and impressive matte paintings and fields of foliage (both seen above). Above all else, 'The Wizard of Oz' is a triumph of the visual element.