Unexpected

Rating: 8/10 (30 December 2013)

As a dedicated fan of Mary Poppins, I was immediately overjoyed when finding out about Saving Mr. Banks. I found myself teary-eyed from the trailer alone. The movie itself was not what I was expecting from the trailer. It was not as happy and go-lucky as I thought it would be. However, that was okay. It was fascinating to watch as the story behind Mary Poppins rolled out before my eyes. I was impressed with the acting and really felt like I could understand how the actors were feeling. Tom Hanks is a great Walt Disney, looking and sounding the part. Emma Thompson played a fantastic P.L. Travers and should be applauded for bringing Travers' spirit and doggedness to life. Overall a great movie. The only downfall would be the dragging on of certain scenes. As others point out, the ages are not quite correct and other small details, but for a movie based on the truth, it is true to its purpose. A heartwarming film for all Disney fans.