Ben Whishaw and Emily Blunt are having a very good year. Both appear in multiple projects getting a lot of attention and strong critical reviews. Disney goes old-school in this continuation of the Mary Poppins series and it positively sparkles. There is a overture at the beginning, 2-D cartoon animation and a true homage to characters and style of the original film. Big dance numbers, often started by Lin Manuel-Miranda's character, Jack, really evoke the grandeur of the first movie and a sense of time gone by. It is a stunning production which lives up to the quality of the first film and makes for a true family film that can be enjoyed by all. Ms. Blunt strikes the right note as the odd Mrs. Poppins and adult Bates children Michael and Jane are perfectly cast. The wonderment of Michael's children, of course, is what really sells it. Again, the child actors rise up to the very high bar with skill. A cheery, bright and engaging film, this one is something we can look forward to on dark days. The escape is worth it and the awards being piled on the movie are well-earned. Take a little break from reality and delve into the joy of the possible.
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