Friday, June 8, 2012

Celebrate Best Friends Day, Today, with New Clips from An American Girl: Mckenna Shoots for the Stars -- Coming Soon to DVD and Blu-Ray (Review Coming Soon)




Did you know that today was Best Friends Day?  I didn't.  And, I even looked at my calendar to see if it was listed -- nope!  But, thanks to the folks at Universal Studio Home Entertainment, they released two new clips from AN AMERICAN GIRL: MCKENNA SHOOTS FOR THE STARS that arrives on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, and Digital Download on July 3, 2012, in honor of this special day.  


If you ar unfamiliar with this upcoming release, here is some background information on McKenna and Toulane, who are not only gynastics teammates, but are best friends:






MCKENNA BROOKS
McKenna is an energetic, determined girl who lives for gymnastics—at least she thinks she does, until an injury and a wise tutor help her see that there are other things that she cares about, too. She’s goal-driven and wants to make her family proud, which is why she’s so embarrassed when her grades start to slip. At the gym, McKenna is super competitive, but she puts that competitiveness aside to support her teammates. She makes mistakes sometimes, but she always strives to be a good student, gymnast, and friend.

TOULANE THOMAS
Toulane Thomas has been McKenna’s gymnastics teammate since the girls were three years old. A strong, competitive gymnast, Toulane pushes McKenna to stay on her game and do her best. Toulane is sometimes too competitive, though, and puts a lot of pressure on herself to succeed and to live up to her mother’s expectations. Like McKenna, Toulane needs to learn about life “balance” and remember how to just have fun.


Enjoy the two new clips, and stay tuned in the coming weeks for a review of this great family-friendly movie.







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Available on Blu-ray Combo Pack – Featuring DVD, Digital Copy & UltraViolet™ – and DVD 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 talented young gymnast turns trials into triumphs in the inspiring new feature-length movie, An American Girl: McKenna Shoots for the Stars, coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, and Digital Download on July 3, 2012, from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.  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”).  


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.  With more than 139 million books and 21 million dolls sold, American Girl® has earned the loyalty of millions of girls and the praise and trust of parents and educators.  Just in time for the Summer Games, this fun family film on Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD is available only at Wal-Mart, American Girl® retail stores and americangirl.com.  A must-own addition for American Girl® fans, the film can also be purchased via Digital Download through a variety of online retailers.


SYNOPSIS
Meet McKenna Brooks, 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.
CAST AND FILMMAKERS:
Cast: Nia Vardalos, Ian Ziering, Cathy Rigby, Kerris Dorsey, Jade Pettyjohn
Directed By: Vince Marcello
Based on the “McKenna” stories by: Mary Casanova
Teleplay By: Jessica O’Toole, Amy Rardin
Executive Producers: Steven Brown, Gaylyn Fraiche
Producers:  Debra Martin Chase, Ellen L.Brothers
Co-Producers: Erin Falligant, Ellen Rutter, Kim Todd
Director of Photography: Jon Joffin
Edited By: Paul Millspaugh
Production Designer: Craig Sandells
Costume Designer: Mary Partridge

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