Let me tell you a story about how Emily Blunt landed one of the most iconic roles in recent movie history. Can you imagine stepping into the shoes of Mary Poppins? That's right, folks. In Vogue's December issue, Emily Blunt not only graced the cover as her character from Mary Poppins Returns but also shared some behind-the-scenes insights into how she got the role. Spoiler alert: it wasn't exactly a tough decision for her or the director, Rob Marshall.
Rob Marshall’s Unwavering Confidence in Emily Blunt
According to Emily, Rob Marshall made it crystal clear that he wanted her—and only her—for the part. He was so confident in her abilities that he practically told her, "If you don't want to do this with us, we're moving on to something else because we're not doing this without you." Now, that's dedication! Rob was absolutely certain that there was no one else who could fill those magical Mary Poppins shoes but Emily Blunt. Talk about a vote of confidence!
Why Emily Blunt Was Perfect for the Role
When Emily finally accepted the role, she proved just how right Rob Marshall was. He couldn’t have been more thrilled with his choice. "She’s incredibly warm and funny, and she has this great vulnerability that makes her relatable," Rob said. "And hey, she’s British, can sing like a songbird, and can dance like a dream. What more could you ask for in a Mary Poppins?"
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It’s not just Rob who thought Emily was born to play this part. Fans were equally blown away by her stunning cover photo in Vogue. One fan even tweeted, "Can we do @Disney themed photo shoots for every magazine cover? This is spectacular, as is Emily Blunt. (and all things Mary Poppins)." Another fan chimed in, saying, "This photoshoot legit choked me up." Clearly, Emily had everyone in awe.
Dwayne Johnson Joins the Applause
Even Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson couldn't help but give Emily a shout-out on Twitter for her incredible photo shoot. He wrote, "Holy s–t incredible shot @annieleibovitz! Blunty shot this cover while we were filming Jungle Cruise together in Hawaii. Wait till you see this film. It's the kind of movie you didn’t know you needed in your life, until you realize it’s exactly what you needed. #MaryPopPop." Now that's high praise from The Rock himself!
So mark your calendars, folks! Mary Poppins Returns hits theaters on December 19, 2018. Trust me, you won't want to miss it!
