Dawson Housman

My first thought was "There goes Gypsy Rose breaking outta jail". I should've been paid to watch the first 5 minutes that I watched.

I have loved the Descendants franchise since the premier of the first movie. I love the story, the characters, and especially the songs and musical numbers! I have been anticipating Descendants 3 since the moment Descendants 2 ended, and it was the perfect ending to one of the best Disney Channel original movie series. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching the development of the characters throughout the three films. It was difficult watching Cameron in Descendants 3 since his passing last month. He made definitely made his mark and God blessed us with a beautiful soul that inspired many and will not be forgotten. That being said I have enjoyed seeing these Disney stars grow up throughout the film series and being to grow up with them.

The original Mary Poppins is one of my favorite movies, no matter how many times I’ve watched it, it’s a timeless classic. I feel the same way about Mary Poppins Returns. Movie critics only say negative comments about fantastic movies because it gets the critics more publicity, but this movie truly does live up to the original. I had listened to a little of the soundtrack prior to seeing the new film and it got me more excited about seeing it. Immediately from the first song I was intrigued and couldn’t wait to be immersed in the story and see the other songs brought to life. The soundtrack is very UNFORGETTABLE, no matter what critics say, they are very fun and also have good life lessons, much like the original. The producers couldn’t have chosen a better cast for this sequel. Emily Blunt did Julie Andrews’s Mary Poppins “perfectly perfect in every way”. It was also satisfying to see Dick van Dyke make an appearance. The child actors also did a fantastic job. Overall, Mary Poppins Returns is a satisfying, magical sequel of a timeless classic which I feel will be the same. So during this Christmas season, take an evening to go see this masterpiece with your family and friends! Merry Christmas!