Oscar-winning Disney musical about Mary Poppins, a British nanny with magical powers. She arrives at the home of the Banks family, and with her magical abilities transforms the lives of the entire clan. Mary's strongest influence is over the Banks' children, whom she introduces to a world of fantasy. Film features many classic songs, among them "Chim Chim Cheree." and "Supercalifragilisticexplialidocious."
Premiere, 04/01/2004, p.64, "[T]he Poppins character was played to comely perfection by squeaky-clean Andrews, who won an Oscar."
Entertainment Weekly, 12/17/2004, p.66-7, "[Andrews] openmouthed, eyebrow-cocked expressions became perfect embodiments of Mary's cheeky charm."
Empire, 03/01/2008, p.116, "Mixing real-life action with animation to charming effect, it is still Julie Andrew's iconic performance that remains this film's cheeriest pleasure..."
Title Note
Film debut for Julie Andrews, who won an Academy Award for her performance.
Author, P.L. Travers, served as a consultant on the film.
Additional cast: James Logan, Alma Lawton, and Marjorie Eaton.
Additional credits: Dean Thomas (sound mixer), Pat McNalley (makeup); LaRue Matheron (hairstylist); Bill Justice & Xavier Atencio (nursery sequence designers); Hal Ambro (animator); Al Dempster, Art Riley, and Bill Layne (background artists), Nat Farber (dance accompanist).
Distributor Note
Mary Poppins 40th Anniversary Edition
Experience the extraordinary animation, dazzling special effects, and award-winning music of Walt Disney's MARY POPPINS in this fully restored and remastered 2-Disc 40th Anniversary Edition! Join the "practically perfect" Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews) for a "Jolly Holiday" as she magically turns every chore into a game and every day into a whimsical adventure. Along the way you'll be enchanted by unforgettable characters such as the multitalented chimney sweep Bert (Dick Van Dyke). Unpack Mary's magical carpetbag full of bonus features, including an all-new animated short, games, and a never-before-heard deleted song. You won't need "A Spoonful Of Sugar" to love every moment of this timeless Disney classic!
Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
Mary Poppins 40th Anniversary Edition
Experience the extraordinary animation, dazzling special effects, and award-winning music of Walt Disney's MARY POPPINS in this fully restored and remastered 2-Disc 40th Anniversary Edition! Join the "practically perfect" Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews) for a "Jolly Holiday" as she magically turns every chore into a game and every day into a whimsical adventure. Along the way you'll be enchanted by unforgettable characters such as the multitalented chimney sweep Bert (Dick Van Dyke). Unpack Mary's magical carpetbag full of bonus features, including an all-new animated short, games, and a never-before-heard deleted song. You won't need "A Spoonful Of Sugar" to love every moment of this timeless Disney classic!
Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.
Release Note
DVD Features:
Region 1 Keep Case Widescreen - 1.66 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English, French Additional Release Material: Behind the Scenes - Exclusive Look at MARY POPPINS on Broadway
DVD Features:
Region 1 Keep Case Collectors Edition Special Edition Full Frame - 1.33 Widescreen - 1.66 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound - English, French Additional Release Material: Behind the Scenes: Exclusive Look at MARY POPPINS on Broadway
A deluxe, limited edition collector's set featuring the THX-certified, remastered original film, the original theatrical trailer, footage of the world premiere at Grauman's Chinese Theatre, and a commemorative book, "The Music of Mary Poppins." ***Available only from 8/26/97 through 1/31/98***
Product Notes
A magical, musical nanny brings a breath of fresh air into the stuffy Banks household in turn-of-the-century England. Overstuffed with gaiety, this children's fantasy is filled to the brim with wonderful dance numbers and outrageous songs (such as the seemingly unpronounceable "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious"). The film's seamless blending of live-action with animation was a marvel in its day. This is Andrews' film debut and Darwell's last film appearance. Academy Award Nominations: 13, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best (Adapted) Screenplay. Academy Awards: 5, including Best Actress--Julie Andrews, Best Original Score, Best Song ("Chim Chim Cher-ee"), Best Editing, Best Special Visual Effects. Gold Collection Edition features "Hollywood Goes to a World Premiere."
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