Disney gets Disneyfied

Rating: 7/10 (10 May 2014)

I've never seen 'Marry Poppins', and until a couple of minutes ago thought P.L. Travers wrote for Rolling Stone, but it's hard not to be charmed by this film--thanks in large part to a host of wonderful performances, both large and small.
Emma Thompson once again shows off her impeccable comedic timing, and only Tom Hanks could play the avuncular and ever likable Walt Disney. Caricatures? To a degree, but also grounded and believable. The supporting cast also shine, particularly Colin Farrell and Paul Giamatti.
It's overly sentimental, probably not half of it even remotely true, but hey, it's Disney.