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Sally S A practically perfect dose of innocence for children & adults alike. The message from Mary Poppins to Jane & Michael’s parents is eternally relevant. Definitely a feel-good escape with a heart of gold ❤️ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/24/25 Full Review Kauã M Classic and well ahead of its time, a great film that at the time must have bordered on perfection, of course nowadays criticizing a 1964 film is pathetic, but for me this film is not 5 stars due to unnecessary musicals, very well made, clearly, but musical movies is something I'm not very fond of, but overall, great film. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/26/24 Full Review Alan T A classic with some nice musical numbers. Story itself can be rather flat though. No explanation of all the magical stuff either, as in their origin etc. It also felt a bit long at times. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/22/24 Full Review Brennan W I mean this film is without a doubt a classic. I was showed this movie when I was really young and now after watching it again I can say that this is a very monumental film and is one that everyone knows about. I personally don't love it as much as other people do, but I understand where they are coming from. I always liked how Mary Poppins interacted with the children, I saw the wonder and the magic of movies. Even to this day the magic is still very much there. i really appreciate what this movie stands for and its affect on children and families together. This is a classic for a reason and all film lovers should check this one out for sure. Mary Poppins is a wacky, classic example of how movies can elicit a feeling that other mediums cannot. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review Javier M Mary Poppins (1964) is a timeless classic that has continued to be loved by audiences generation through generation. Easily, its main highlight is Julie Andrews as Mary Poppins herself, her performance is absolutely incredible and to sum it all up in one word, perfection. She’s elegant, enchanting and her voice adds to the role as it is very iconic. Also, Dick Van Dyke’s character works will work Andrews as Poppins, their chemistry adds a whole nother level of charm to this already sensational film. I have always had a deep admiration for this film, I’ve seen it so many times since I was a child. Though, the last time had to be a few years ago so this recent rewatch of mine truly brings back so many memories, the film is nostalgic for me. I just love how the film is about healing a family that is very fractured. Poppins herself helps each member reconnect with each other, it is very motivational and ultimately, its unity is a strong message to many. My favorite scene though is the amount of times live-action and animation blended into one, it’s something very modern-esque. I am sure that back then this was considered to be groundbreaking and sensational to see on the big screen itself for the first time ever. The set design for these specified sequences were also done great, it was all immaculate. Overall, Mary Poppins is a classic that continues to be loved by so many and it’ll probably stay that way for a long time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review Miriam F Mary Poppins (Writ. Bill Walsh & Don DaGradi, Dir. Robert Stevenson, 1964) is a family/musical film about a magical nanny who takes two children out on adventures while their parents are off to their busy and uptight schedules. Although the film is centered around the children, they are not the ones with the character development. The father, Mr.Banks is the one who has to learn that being an uptight and by-the-book person is not good for his children. Like Mary Poppins says, he needs a spoonful of sugar to sweeten his life. Most of his schedule revolves around work and thus he has little time for his family but still expects them to meet his standards. For most of the film, he and Mrs.Banks are looking for people to take care of their children for them. They’ve gone through 6 nannies in 4 months because none of them have been suitable for the children but it never crossed their minds that what the children needed most was not someone to stand in for their parents but the parents themselves. Although Mary Poppins is the main nanny, her friend Bert also plays a pivotal role in the story. He’s the one who makes the children realize why their father might feel so lonely and bitter and he’s also the one who makes Mr.Banks realize what he needs to do in order to help his family. I think that this is a good family film because it teaches lessons to children just as well as adults. Children should be cheerful and happy but in that, they shouldn’t forget discipline and adults should provide discipline but in that, they shouldn’t forget to be cheerful and happy. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/20/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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