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8. I think the accent for that character was appropriate.

Reply to robbob (Reply #5)

Sat Oct 4, 2025, 10:55 AM

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Dick Van Dyke himself his accent was terrible in his portrayal of Bert.

IIRC, Dick Van Dyke was originally slated to play a THIRD role in the film (I can't remember which role), but that role was filled by another actor long before shooting began.

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