Last night’s Academy Awards delivered plenty of memorable moments, but for those of us with a passion for musical theater, the highlight was undoubtedly the debut of the trailer for ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ during a commercial break. I must admit, after watching it 17 times in just a few hours, I still can’t shake the goosebumps. Emily Blunt steps into the iconic role originally made famous by Julie Andrews, and even in this brief glimpse, it’s clear she’s going to capture the essence of Mary Poppins beautifully.
Prepare for your heart to race like a live orchestra. Titled ‘Mary Poppins Returns’, the film not only features the talented Blunt in the lead role but also stars the incredible Lin-Manuel Miranda as a character named Jack, a lamplighter who once apprenticed under Bert, the beloved chimney sweep. Miranda explained to Variety that Jack brings a sense of excitement regarding Poppins’ arrival, saying, “I know if Mary Poppins shows up, it’s gonna get awesome. I perform that function in the movie, of saying: ‘Y’all don’t know about Mary Poppins. When Mary’s around, cool stuff happens.’”
Set to be released on Christmas Day, this sequel unfolds during the Great Depression in London, approximately 25 years after the original film. The trailer introduces us to a stormy scene where Jack struggles with a kite only to discover it’s being held by the magical Mary Poppins. The Banks children, portrayed by Lydia and Thomas, have grown up, and the trailer concludes with a heartwarming reunion between Poppins and the adult Michael and Jane Banks, who greet her with, “It’s wonderful to see you.” To which Poppins responds, “Yes, it is. Isn’t it?”
In addition to Blunt and Miranda, the film boasts an impressive cast including Meryl Streep, Angela Lansbury, and Colin Firth. Fans of the original will also be thrilled to learn that Dick Van Dyke is returning to reprise his role as Mr. Dawes Jr., thanks to some clever makeup and a faux white beard.
Social media is buzzing with excitement over this upcoming film, and it’s comforting to see I’m not the only one with an insatiable case of goosebumps. Can it be Christmas already?
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In summary, the anticipation surrounding ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ is palpable, with its stellar cast and nostalgic connections to the original film making it a must-see this holiday season.