Mary Poppins (40th Anniversary Edition)

Advantages: Fully re-mastered, outstanding quality
Disadvantages: Dick Van-Dyke's poor cockney accent

...This is, Walt Disney's - Mary Poppins. Imagine my surprise when having not seen this classic creation for about 10 years when my boyfriend gave me a little surprise… the DVD - 2 Disc, 40th Anniversary Edition. So I spent my Friday night snug in bed singing and reciting every word to the lovely and comforting lyrics of this magnificent movie. I felt like I was 5 years old again…. **The History Behind Mary Poppins** This movie is based upon the original ...
...natured' and in her mind, Mary Poppins was not supposed to be a childhood fantasy figure, but more the embodiment of repression and the subsequent release of sexual empowerment. On the 2nd disc of this DVD, there is an audio commentary which explores more about the original book and P.L Travers. I find this very fascinating to watch as a lot of people don't know the real history behind this classic film. I hope I have enlightened you a little bit ... Read review

Advantages: Great film, an amazing array of extras!
Disadvantages: Maybe not enough extras for kids.

INTRODUCTION Mary Poppins has always been special for me. I've loved the film and known the songs for as long as I can remember. But back in 1979, I played Jane Banks in the World Stage Premiere of Mary Poppins, which was directed by David Pugh (now a big name in theatre), who also played Bert. I also got to meet Karen Dotrice (the film's Jane Banks) and still look back fondly on those times. (I'll include some photos.) My kids love the film too, ...
...are two different DVDs of Mary Poppins. One (released in 2002) has Julie Andrews on the front, is one disc, has four special features and is available for around £8. The other one has a silhouette of Mary Poppins on the front, was released in March 2005, has two discs, eight special features and costs around £15. It is this second version I am reviewing here. THE FILM The basic idea is adapted from the series of books written by P. L. Travers. ... Read review

Advantages: Timeless, the way London appears so magical!
Disadvantages: How can there be ANY disadvantages?

...include: The Making of Mary Poppins - a documentary, A Magical musical reunion, songs that didnt make it into the original screenplay (good to know they havent been lost!) some fun games, as usual the commentaries, trivial facts and a cartoon 'The cat that looks like a King'. CHARACTERS The charachters include: Mr Banks, a successful city banker who loves his job, his employers and the prestige that comes with it. As a result, he almost ...
...when they meet Mary! Mary Poppins, the magical nanny who slides up bannisters with ease, can tidy a room with a click of the fingers (I so wish I could do that!) and jumps into street paintings. She is soft and sweet, but will not take any nonsense from the children. The way she can confuse and manipulate Mr Banks is hilarious, even going so far as to make him believe it was HIS idea to take them on a trip to the bank. Bert, the jack-of-all-trades, ... Read review

Advantages: Classic Film, Classic Cast
Disadvantages: Hard to navigate DVD extras, not really any for children

...Michaels prayers are answered when Mary Poppins Magically arrives on their door step. Joined by Bert (Dick Van Dyke) the children and Mary Poppins have many adventures including a tea party on the ceiling and a horse race in a pavement picture. But for me the real magic comes from the classic songs including 'a spoon full of sugar'. The 40th Anniversary Edition is a 2 Disc Special of the Award-Winning Film. DVD Extras: - BONUS SHORT: - All-New ...
...- The Making of Mary Poppins - Audio Commentary with stars from the film - Poppins pop up fun facts This DVD has seen the film Digitally Re-mastered & Restored with All New 5.1 Disney Enhanced Home Theatre Mix I never really watched Mary Poppins when I was young; I was always a little scared of these films (scares from the child catcher in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang). I brought this DVD for my flat mate and I found a love for this film that I had ... Read review

Advantages: great film
Disadvantages: n/a

...her fellow suffragettes. Mary Poppins played by Julie Andrews then appears bringing magic, discipline and fun into the children's lives. Dick Van Dyke also stars as the lovable cockney Bert. From jumping through chalk pavement pictures to dancing with penguins this film has it all, along with well know songs from a spoonful of sugar and supercalifragilisticexpialidocious but to name a few this film is a classic Disney film for the family and one ... Read review