Mary Poppins
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Almost Practically Perfect in Every Way

In a world where new movies are just sequels and book adaptations, Mary Poppins Returns is… both?
Kate Couch

In a world where new movies are just sequels and book adaptations, Mary Poppins Returns is… both? The fun loving, magical somewhat of a narcissistic nanny, Mary Poppins, takes flight again in “Mary Poppins Returns.” Mary, played by Emily Blunt, yet again comes to the Banks house to help an overworked father find the importance […]

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Summer Events

The Source Staff

(Looking for music events? See our comprehensive guide of summer music at BendSource.com. Bike and other outdoor events? Those are on our website and our calendar, too….) SATURDAY 6/23 CENTRAL OREGON PRIDE An annual celebration of LGBTQ equality, diversity, education, social justice, community and family. This family-friendly event features Dykes on Bikes, live music and […]

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A Spoonful of Daddy Issues

Schmaltz, booze, and Disney in Saving Mr. Banks
Courtney Ferguson

If only Disney’s Saving Mr. Banks had been terrible, I could’ve screamed, “Damn you, Disneyfication!” from the chim-chimneyed rooftops. But the film is sweet and likeable, and not without a bit of an edge. It’s a Disney edge, sure, but it’s there. Mr. Banks is centered around Mary Poppins—particularly author P.L. Travers (Emma Thompson), who’s […]

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