An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars

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Coming to Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, and Digital Download on July 3, 2012.  

Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart, American Girl Stores and americangirl.com.  Scheduled to Air on Saturday July 14, 2012 at 8/7c on NBC.

"A modern and heartwarming original story about a young girl whose dream to compete as a world class gymnast is jeopardized when she begins to have trouble in school, An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars™ helps girls learn to believe not only in their family and friends but also themselves. 

McKenna Brooks is a determined and confident young gymnast, in this all-new modern-day adventure. McKenna™ is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team but off-track in school, where she’s suddenly struggling to keep up. When her teacher suggests a tutor, she’s embarrassed and desperate to keep it a secret from her friends. Then a bad fall at the gym sidetracks her from her favorite sport. Will she recover in time to make the team? Can she succeed in school, too? McKenna™ needs to focus on her strengths to overcome her challenges – and, with the help of family and friends, find a way to believe in herself again.  

Inspired by the beloved American Girl® line of dolls and featuring the celebrated 2012 Girl of the Year®, the film stars Oscar® nominee Nia Vardalos (My Life In Ruins, My Big Fat Greek Wedding), Jade Pettyjohn (“The United States of Tara”) as McKenna™, Ian Ziering (“Beverly Hills 90210”), Kerris Dorsey (Moneyball, “Brothers & Sisters”) and former Olympic gymnast Cathy Rigby (Broadway’s “Peter Pan”). "

If you are one to believe the proof is in the numbers, you'll agree this movie is a huge hit.  My 11 year old daughter Cordelia has already watched this title sent for our review once with me and several more times with girlfriends over for a sleepover.  Clearly she really relates to this title.  Cordelia is active in the sport of dance and could relate all to well to the ankle injury that sidelines McKenna in the movie.  This title does a great job highlighting the importance of hard work, determination, the love of family, and the support of friends.  And what a great movie to watch with the family as we all await the start of the Summer Olympic Games.
I must warn you that once the movie ends, you should be prepared for the kids to start moving the furniture out of the way as they start practicing hand stands and roundabouts. Here's a Clip:

 
Disclosure:Please note this title was provided for my review by Universal Studios Home Entertainment.