Winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Actress (Julie Andrews), Best Song (“Chim Chim Cher-ee”) and Best Visual Effects, Mary Poppins is a movie experience your family will enjoy over and over again.
“Practically Perfect In Every Way” Mary Poppins flies out of the windy London skies and into the home of two mischievous children. With the help of a carefree chimney sweep named Bert (Dick Van Dyke), the spirited nanny turns every chore into a game and every day into a “Jolly Holiday.” Share the music, share the magic, share the joy of Mary Poppins with a whole new generation.
The sets are luxuriant, the songs lilting, the scenario witty but impeccably sentimental, and the supporting cast only a pinfeather short of perfection. – Time
I find it irresistible. Plenty of other adults will feel the same way. And, needless to say, so will the kids. – NYT
Starring Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, Ed Wynn, Hermione Baddeley, Karen Dotrice.
Note: The first book in the Mary Poppins book series by P. L. Travers was the main basis for the movie. The Sherman Brothers composed the music score and were also involved in the film’s development, suggesting the setting be changed from the 1930s to the Edwardian era, circa 1910.
Parents need to know that though the pace is rollicking and sometimes chaotic, there are no dangerous or dark elements in this movie. Melodic music, fancy dancing, and cartoon segments will engage even the youngest viewers. – Common Sense Media