Award Season Closeup:
Mary Poppins Returns

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MAKING MARY
How Rob Marshall and his creative team crafted a soulful original musical that brings Mary Poppins back to the big screen.
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ROB MARSHALL’S
POSITIVE VISION
The director’s most personal film aims to provide uplift to a troubled and divided world.




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EMILY BLUNT
REIMAGINES AN ICON
The acclaimed actress’s take on Mary Poppins hides deep feelings behind a brusque facade.
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GIFTED CAST LIFTED
EACH OTHER UP
As they pushed beyond their comfort zones, the ensemble bonded by seeking each others’ advice.




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DIGITAL MAGIC
Live actors combine with hand-drawn animation and CG visual effects in classic Disney style.
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DION BEEBE MELDS
MIX OF LOOKS
From dance to drama, fantasy to Depression-era reality, cinematography helped it all come together.




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DESIGNERS BRING
LONDON TO LIFE
Production designer John Myhre and costume designer Sandy Powell tell a story through line, color, pattern and shape.
