Why I’m Excited for Mary Poppins Returns

Mary Poppins is a classic that, up until now, has remained free from the sequel/reboot culture that has become synonymous with American cinema. In 2015, it was reported that Disney was moving forward with a sequel, titled Mary Poppins Returns, starring Emily…

A New Live Action ‘Mary Poppins’ Film Is Currently in Development by Disney

  This afternoon it was confirmed that Disney is developing a new live action musical for Mary Poppins. It is said that the new film will take place 20 years after the events of the original, in Depression-era London. The…

Movie Review: Into the Woods

Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods is one of those great rarities of the stage: an introspective musical. There aren’t any big song-and-dance numbers with complex choreography and tons of extras. Catchy melodies are practically de-emphasized in favor of intricate wordplay…

Interview: Costume Designer Colleen Atwood Talks ‘Into the Woods,’ ‘Big Eyes,’ & Career

As a thorough critic, I look at absolutely everything when deconstructing a movie – including the costumes. Over the years I have mentioned Colleen Atwood on many occasions in reviews, all in a good way because she is brilliant. Among her…

Movie News: First Teaser Trailer for “Into the Woods”

I can’t help but be a little hesitant to jump on any new musical movie adaptation bandwagon after feeling so slighted by 2012’s Les Miserables. Remember how amazing the first trailer was? Remember how we all sat in the dim theater and…