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.
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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”).
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. 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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