Saving Mr. Bankswas a rather fitting project for Disney as it largely reflects the founder’s image.

SinceSaving Mr. Banks’release 11 years ago, it is public knowledge that theMary Poppins author hated the Disney movie.

Until this point,the actress had not portrayed a figure that was so difficult or contradictory.

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In truth, the actress only connected with the role when recognizing the likeness between herself and the author.

As a screenwriter, Thompson acknowledges Travers' reluctance with the film rights to her beloved characters.

She had a difficult journey to make,"(via theIrish Independent).

Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson as Walt Disney and P.L. Travers in Saving Mr. Banks (2013)

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This vocal disapproval was crucial to Thompson’s performance and emphasized much of her opposition to the studio.

Source:The Irish Independent,Variety

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