Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium

Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium

This movie appeals to all ages. It tells the story of Mr. Magorium, played by Dustin Hoffman, and Molly Mahony (Natalie Portman). Mr. Magorium is the owner of a magical toy store who one day hires an accountant ("a counting mutant") to assess the store's worth. He plans to leave the store to Mahony, the current manager. However, when the store learns of his departure, it decides to throw a temper tantrum. Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium is full of hilarious running jokes, some of which I didn't notice until I watched it a second time. It is a delightful story that I would never grow tired of watching. -- recommended by Stephanie G. - Bennett Martin Public Library

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