This film is based on the mckenna books in the american girl series written by mary casanova. Official site for american girl dolls, clothes, doll furniture, doll accessories, books, and more. My daughter loves gymnastics and american girl dolls, so whats not to like about a mckenna movie. Snowflake had really wanted her and was really excited. Parents need to know that this american girl movie, mckenna shoots for the stars, is based on the doll companys girl of the year and offers.
Mckenna is a tenyearold girl in fourth grade who lives on queen anne hill in seattle, washington. She sat out in the vehicle which was not running in 6 degree weather til the end of the movie she enjoyed it that much no amount of coxing would get her to come in til. Then a bad fall at the gym sidetracks her from her. I am an adult with three kids, and i loved this movie. American girl mckenna comes to life in this modernday adventure about a determined gymnast who must focus on her. American girl is a line of books, movies, dolls, and accessories based on preteen girl characters from various periods of history including the 21st century. Mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team, but off track in school, where shes suddenly struggling to keep up.
A talented young gymnast turns trials into triumphs in the inspiring new featurelength movie, an american girl. Play games, take quizzes, send ecards, meet american girl characters, make crafts, create printables, enjoy magazine features, read book excerpts, and find more at. The acting was amazing, and thats pretty rare with movies like this. She got mckenna, an american girl doll, for christmas. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 a young girl jade pettyjohn struggles to maintain her school grades while competing as a gymnast. Mckenna shoots for the stars released in pal territories as american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars and other uphe titles. This is a list of all the items that were available for mckenna brooks. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Starring nia vardalos my big fat greek wedding, ian ziering tvs beverly hills, 90210, and gymnastics champion cathy rigby, this heartwarming story will have the whole family cheering. Mckenna shoots for the stars tvg drama, kids, family movie 2012 a talented young girl rises to meet new challenges in her lifein gymnastics, in school, and at home with her family. Mckenna shoots for the stars is a surprisingly sweet and empowering tale, particularly for young girls regardless of whether they have an american girl doll or not.
Mckenna needs to focus on her strengths to overcome her challengesand, with the help of family and friends, find a way to believe in herself again. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing mckenna. When her teacher suggests a tutor, shes embarrassed and desperate to keep it a secret from her friends. The story is a great one, and i was tied down the whole movie. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 starring jade pettyjohn and kerris dorsey on dvd and bluray. American girl movies show their heroines facing struggles, but they always end up getting what they want. We hope that you and your girl love your purchase from american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars dvd girl of the year american girl.
Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 full movie youtube. She is skilled in gymnastics but struggles with her schoolwork, specifically reading comprehension. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2 is a 2012 american family drama film starring actress jade pettyjohn,3 ysa penarejo,4. Parents need to know that this american girl movie, mckenna shoots for the stars, is based on the doll companys girl of the year and offers girls and boys several positive messages about family, friendship, and the importance of getting help when you need it. Mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gy. Mckenna shoots for the stars and access related trailers, video clips, photographs and details from american girl. Not nearly as good as previous american girl films, because without a historical context to divert the writers and director, all thats.
The movie, starring jade pettyjohn as mckenna, started filming in july 2011 and aired on nbc july 14, 2012. Several of the characters from the american girl books have since had their stories adapted into films, the majority of them released as directtodvd or television films, with the exception of kit kittredge. Mckenna shoots for the stars dvd, 20 at the best online prices at ebay. Starz delivers exclusive original series and the best hollywood hits. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 full movie online myflixer myflixer is a free movies streaming site with zero ads.
Its not like many kids movies that make adults laugh its a great one that isnt just a kids movie. See more ideas about american girl mckenna, american girl and girl dolls. New listing american girl doll girl of the year 2012 mckennas dog cooper new in box nib. Based on the american girl dolls, this film follows a young gymnast who must rediscover her selfconfidence. Mckenna brooks, the girl of the year 2012, has a movie named mckenna shoots for the stars released july 3, 2012. Shooting for the stars is a 2012 american familydrama film starring actress jade pettyjohn, ysa penarejo, cathy rigby, nia vardalos, and ian ziering. Girls who love gymastics, the mckenna doll, andor her books will watch this movie over and. We let you watch movies online without having to register or paying, with over 0 movies and tvseries. Mckenna brooks is the tenth girl of the year released by american girl. American girl mckenna comes to life in this modernday adventure about a determined gymnast who must focus on her strengths to overcome challenges and find a way to believe in herself again. American girl of the year mckenna play at american girl.
Mckenna shoots for the stars cast, info, trivia famous. If for any reason you dont, well try to find a way to make it right with an exchange, merchandise credit, or refund within two years of purchase. American girl movies show their heroines facing struggles. Meet mckenna brooks, a determined and confident young gymnast, in this allnew, modernday adventure. My girls ages 9, 5, and 1 all loved this movie, too. Mckenna themed american girl party real creative real. Play games, take quizzes, send ecards, meet american girl characters, make crafts, create printables, enjoy magazine features, read book excerpts, and find more at play at american girl. Mckenna brooks, the 9yearold protagonist of the movie who has a passion for gymnastics. Today im going to show you our american girl party complete with the mckenna movie and a few other details, too. Apr 25, 2012 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, jade pettyjohn as mckenna, ian ziering. As mckenna was a girl of the year, she and her items were only available from january 2012 to december 2012 and then retired.
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