Royal Doulton Music Hall - Mary Poppins Returns

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Mary Poppins Returns has the most delightful music! In this song, Mary Poppins, Jack, and the three Banks children head off on an adventure inside a Royal Doulton bowl.

Quote of the Week

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Everything is possible,

even the impossible.

- Mary Poppins,
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Quote of the Week

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And if you're deep inside a tunnel 
When there is no end in sight 
Well just carry on until the dawn 
It's darkest right before the light

- Jack,  Mary Poppins Returns

The Cover Is Not The Book - Mary Poppins Returns

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The more songs I hear from Mary Poppins Returns, the more I can't wait to see it. "The Cover Is Not The Book" is a delightful music hall number that is quite funny.

Trip a Little Light Fantastic Scene from Mary Poppins Returns

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Just hearing the songs from Mary Poppins Returns is truly wonderful. However, seeing the full scene of "Trip a Little Light Fantastic", with all of the dancing and singing leeries, is absolutely delightful!

The Place Where Lost Things Go - Mary Poppins Returns

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"The Place Where Lost Things Go" is a lovely, sad yet sweet lullaby from Mary Poppins Returns.

Trip a Little Light Fantastic - Mary Poppins Returns

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I love the way the new songs written for Mary Poppins Returns seem like they could have been a part of the original film. This song, "Trip a Little Light Fantastic", is practically perfect in every way.

These Mary Poppins Returns POPVinyl are Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

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Funko has created five adorable POPVinyl figures from Mary Poppins Returns. The first is Mary Poppins herself as she appears flying in on a kite to the Banks' house on Cherry Tree Lane.

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Jack the lamplighter is Mary's friend, who sings and dances his way through the story.

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When Mary Poppins opens her carpet bag, you can expect adventure is just around the corner.

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Mary looks quite fancy in her music hall finery.

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This Hot Topic exclusive Mary shows the magical nanny with her memorable umbrella. These supercalifragilisticexpialidocious POPVinyl will arrive in stores later this month.

Just One Month Left Until Mary Poppins Returns

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Mary Poppins Returns arrives in theaters one month from today on December 19. It looks like it's going to be an amazing film filled with colorful characters old and new, incredible songs, and one fantastic new adventure.

In this sneak peek, we get to hear Mary singing and see some of the magic she brings to the Banks children.

In this "Back to Cherry Tree Lane" Featurette, see how the cast felt about taking on this sequel to a beloved classic.

These Mary Poppins Returns Character Posters Are Delightful

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With a little over a month before Mary Poppins Returns arrives in theaters, Disney has released five character posters and a sneak peek featuring a song sung by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

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Emily Blunt takes on the role of Mary Poppins in the sequel. She returns to the Bank's house on Cherry Tree Lane to help grownup Jane and Michael, along with Michael's three young children.

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Lin-Manuel Miranda is Jack, a lamplighter and friend of Mary's.

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Meryl Streep plays Topsy, Mary's colorful cousin.

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Colin Firth is William Weatherall Wilkins, the president of Fidelity Fiduciary Bank.

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Julie Walters plays Ellen, Michael's housekeeper.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

In Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns,” an all new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London.

Mary Poppins Returns arrives in theaters on December 19.

The Mary Poppins Returns Trailer is Magical

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"This Christmas, when you lose your way, just remember, the magic always returns." The new trailer for Mary Poppins Returns looks absolutely fantastic, a story where "everything is possible... even the impossible." Mary Poppins Returns arrives in theaters on December 19.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

In Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns,” an all new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London. 

 “Mary Poppins Returns” also stars Ben Whishaw as Michael Banks; Emily Mortimer as Jane Banks; Julie Walters as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen; Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh and introducing Joel Dawson as the Banks’ children, with Colin Firth as Fidelity Fiduciary Bank’s William Weatherall Wilkins; and Meryl Streep as Mary’s eccentric cousin, Topsy. Angela Lansbury appears as the Balloon Lady, a treasured character from the PL Travers books and Dick Van Dyke is Mr. Dawes, Jr., the retired chairman of the bank now run by Firth’s character.

The Mary Poppins Returns Teaser Trailer Has Arrived!

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Mary Poppins Returns won't arrive in theaters until Christmas, but here's your first look at the film.

Saving Mr. Banks Trailer

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Have you seen the trailer for Saving Mr. Banks? It looks like an amazing story.

Saving Mr. Banks arrives in theaters on December 13.

D23 Live Action Movie Update

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I wish I could have gone to the D23 Expo this year; there was a lot of amazing news shared these past 3 days. However, I'd like to share what I think will be the most fun: the live action movies. Here's a little preview of what you can expect in the next few years.

First up was Thor: The Dark World. I love Marvel movies in general, and I can't wait to see this one. The second film in Phase Two of the Avengers Initiative, this film will see the return of all of the great actors that made the first film such a success. Thor returns to Earth to see Jane Foster and bring her to Asgard. Together, Thor and his companions must risk everything to face an enemy even Odin and the Asgardians cannot defeat. Thor: The Dark World arrives in theaters November 8th.

Next up was Into the Woods. I saw Into the Woods on stage when I was about 13. It wasn't entirely appropriate, but a lot of the inuendo was over my head at the time. I must say I'm a little concerned that Disney is making this film. After all, this particular Sondheim musical is a very dark take on classic fairy tales. By the second act, you realize that no one has had a happily ever after, and all of the characters are completely miserable. All that aside, this film is an example of some really amazing casting. Actors include Anna Kendrick as Cinderella, Chris Pine as Cinderella's Prince, Christine Baransky as Cinderella's Stepmother, Johnny Depp as the Wolf, and Meryl Streep as the Witch who is trying to teach them all a lesson. It should be fun! Into the Woods arrives in theaters in December 2014.

Directed by the legendary Kenneth Branagh, Disney's next adventure is the live action Cinderella. This version is expected to follow the traditional story, so it will be up to the casting to set this film apart. The cast includes: Helena Bonham Carter as the Fairy Godmother, Cate Blanchett as Lady Tremaine (Cinderella's wicked stepmother), and Stellan Skarsgard as the Grand Duke (an adviser to the king). Lily James (Lady Rose on Downton Abbey) and Richard Madden (Robb Stark on Game of Thrones) round out the cast as Cinderella and her Prince Charming.  Disney's Cinderella arrives in theaters in March 2015.

We've now arrived at what may be the most intriguing of these live action films: Maleficent. Following the story of Maleficent, rather than Aurora, this is an interesting spin on the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty. Starring Angelina Jolie in the title role, Maleficent will show us what events led up to her becoming evil and ultimately caused her to curse a tiny baby, the Princess Aurora. Maleficent arrives in theaters on July 2, 2014.

Next up was Muppets: Most Wanted. As with all Muppet movies, this one looks to be a wild ride. Following that great Muppet tradition, this film will star all your favorite Muppets alongside great guest stars like Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell, and Tina Fey. I'm not sure what this one will be about, other than pure Muppet madness, but I'm sure it will be a blast to watch! Muppets Most Wanted arrives in theaters in Spring 2014.

For more Marvel fun, we have Captain America: The Winter Soldier. In this film, Cap will once again be battling against injustice, cynicism, and intolerance in defense of the American dream. Teaming up once again with Black Widow, he will have to fight a friend from his past in order to save the future. Captain America: The Winter Soldier arrives in theaters April 4, 2014.

Next up is Saving Mr. Banks. The film stars Tom Hanks as Walt Disney and Emma Thompson as PL Travers, the author of Mary Poppins. It is the story of how Walt promised his daughters that he would turn their favorite book into a movie, without knowing how hard PL Travers would fight to prevent it. In two short weeks in 1961, Walt does his best to change her mind, with the help of the Sherman brothers and their amazing songs. However, it's not until he thinks back on his own childhood that he begins to understand the ghosts that haunt her and how they can work together to create something amazing. Saving Mr. Banks arrives in theaters December 20, 2013.

Other project, which I will admit I know very little about, include Tomorrowland, a science fiction film with an unknown story, and Bears, a Disney Nature film. Tomorrowland stars Britt Robertson (Angie on Under the Dome) as the film's heroine, George Clooney as an inventor, and Hugh Laurie as the villain. Tomorrowland arrives in theaters on December 12, 2014. Bears, a film about the lives of a group of Alaskan bears, arrives in theaters on April 18, 2014. I look forward to seeing these films and will be sure to pass along additional information as I find it.

POP! Vinyl Series 5

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I just love Funko's POP! Vinyl collections, especially the Disney collections. I have a few from the first three series, and really want the Captain Jack Sparrow from series  four. On June 15th, the fifth series will be released. It includes several classic characters from early Disney movies as well as new characters from Pixar films. Here's the list of of characters for series 5: Baloo and King Louie from the Jungle Book, Alice from Alice in Wonderland, Dumbo, Carl and Russell from UP, Jafar, Jasmine, and Genie from Aladdin, the Rocketeer, Merida from Brave, and Mary Poppins.

And be sure to keep an eye out for the new Cupcake Keepsakes. They are a crazy combination of Disney characters and cupcakes and they are adorable! Cupcake Keepsakes are 3 inches tall and have removable frosting  and a super cute display that looks like a pedestal cake stand with a cover. Apparently, you can store things in their heads. Characters are expected to include Lilo and Stitch, Mickey and Minnie, Tinker Bell, Snow White and the Evil Queen, Maleficent, Winnie the Pooh, and Miss Piggy and Kermit.