Emily Mortimer Pushes Boundaries in The Bookshop




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Summary: <p>Emily Mortimer discusses starring in the new film, <em>The Bookshop</em>. Set in 1959 England, the film follows widow Florence Green, played by Mortimer. She receives resistance and affection when she opens a bookstore carrying the controversial works of Ray Bradbury and Vladimir Nabakov. Mortimer also discusses starring in Disney’s upcoming film <em>Mary Poppins Returns</em> as the now grown up “Jane Banks." <em>The Bookshop</em> opens on August 24th.</p> <p><em>This segment is guest hosted by Duarte Geraldino.</em></p>