Saving Mr. Banks (2013)

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Author P.L. Travers looks back on her childhood while reluctantly meeting with Walt Disney, who seeks to adapt her Mary Poppins books for the big screen.

Introduction
"Saving Mr. Banks", released in 2013, is a biographical drama movie directed by John Lee Hancock. The storyline revolves around the production of the precious 1964 Walt Disney film, "Mary Poppins". The film stars Emma Thompson as P.L. Travers, the Australian author of the original Mary Poppins books, and Tom Hanks as Walt Disney himself. It provides the years-long efforts of Disney and his group to protect the movie rights of the books from an extremely hesitant and demanding Travers.

Plot
The story is framed around the two-week period in 1961, during which Travers went to Los Angeles as Disney's guest to examine the script and production plans. Travers has an uncommon attachment to her characters and their story, and thus is reluctant to hand over the rights, in spite of her installing monetary pressures. Disney, on the other hand, has promised his children that he would make a Mary Poppins film and has been attempting to persuade Travers for 20 years.

Character Development
"Saving Mr. Banks" explores Travers' youth in Australia, providing it as an array of flashbacks throughout the movie. It reveals her tumultuous relationship with her father, Travers Goff (played by Colin Farrell), an imaginative however chronic alcoholic. These memories clearly demonstrate that Mary Poppins and the other characters were borne out of genuine individuals from Travers' past.

Representation of Conflict
The film properly depicts the enormous imaginative clashes between Travers and Disney's group, including the lyricist siblings, Robert and Richard Sherman (played by B.J Novak and Jason Schwartzman). Travers is depicted as pedantic, disagreeing with casting options, declining animation series, slamming the Americanization of characters, and dismissing the incorporation of musical numbers.

The Underscoring Redemption
Amid the tussles and drama, "Saving Mr. Banks" highlights an emotionally cathartic journey towards redemption. A considerable pivotal moment arrives as Travers watches the development of the tune, "Let's Go Fly a Kite". She understands that Disney's movie could act as a metaphorical redemption for her dad, embodied in the character of Mr. Banks. Walt Disney explores his own distressed youth to empathize with Travers' appointments, guaranteeing her he comprehends her intent to safeguard Mr. Banks' character.

Conclusion
Lastly, after much persuasion and promises, Travers grants the film rights hesitantly. Yet, the film ends with a bittersweet note, as Travers is moved to tears at the premiere-- not completely out of pleasure, however likewise due to the fact that she dislikes the animated sequences and the happy ending. Travers' frustration shows in truth as she declined to work with Disney henceforth.

In essence, "Saving Mr. Banks" is a heartwarming tale of innovative dispute, childhood trauma, and the journey to redemption. It magnificently encapsulates the backstory of a Disney classic, improving its story with dazzling performances and immersive storytelling.

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