A Magical Heart Changing Film

Rating: 10/10 (22 December 2013)

This Christmas, a classic film about a miserable snob who undergoes a life-changing experience was once again released. However, this is not your every-day "Christmas Carol." This is "Saving Mr. Banks," a Disney film featuring Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks. This Holiday film is a MUST- SEE for families. It's humorous - I was laughing throughout the first 30 minutes nonstop - heartwarming, and somewhat tragic film.
The story cuts between P.L. Travers and her struggle to collaborate with the team at Disney Studios to produce her book "Mary Poppins" on the screen, and her childhood tragedy with her alcoholic father. The film touches upon some rather mature topics - Miss Travers' mother tries to kill herself at one point - and definitely deserves the PG-13 rating for that.
Emma Thompson outdoes herself playing the snobbish "British" author fixed on seeing a perfect film made. With light humor interjected throughout, her character is as equally likable as it is dis-likable.
Tom Hanks is a spectacular Walt Disney. I was almost convinced that I was watching Mr. Disney himself. The supporting actors such as Giamatti bring a nice touch to the film and honestly I think this movie is up for quite a few Oscars.
So if you're feeling like a Scrooge this Christmas, go see "Saving Mr. Banks." You won't be disappointed.