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Samantha: An American Girl Holiday (DVD, 2004)
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Description: Samantha (Annasophia Robb) is a fun-loving girl who has her life turned upside down when she takes a trip to New York City. Based on the popular novels, the year is 1904, and finds Samantha pining for a reunion with her former maid, Nell...
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A fun family movie!Review created: 07/08/06
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Samantha Parkington, an orphan living with her grandmother, is lonely since her best friend, her Uncle Gard, is away in Europe. To her delight, some new servants come to work at a neighbor's house. When Samantha discovers that the family includes three girls and one of them is her age, she is delighted. Samantha quickly becomes best friends with Nellie, the oldest.
After a while, Uncle Gard returns from his trip. Samantha is delighted of course until she finds out that the woman he brought back with him, Cornelia, is his fiancee. Samantha is mad at Uncle Gard because she thinks that he will forget about her. But fortunately Cornelia loves kids and becomes fast friends with Samantha. After their wedding, Samantha takes an extended trip to visit them in New York City.
While in New York, Samantha finds out that Nellie, her best friend, and her sisters have been orphaned and sent to an orphanage in the city. Samantha goes to visit them and discovers the squalid conditions they live in. Then things become even worse: Nellie is going to be separated from her two sisters and sent out West to a farm. Determined not to let that happen, Samantha hatches a daring plan to rescue Nellie and her sisters.
"Samantha: An American Girl Holiday" was truly a delightful film for the entire family. The acting and casting was top notch especially for a TV movie. AnnaSophia Robb (also in "Because of Winn-Dixie") really shines in her movie debut. She captures the Samantha of the books perfectly and is great! Jordan Bridges is also perfect as the playful and fun-filled Uncle Gard. While this movie doesn't follow the books perfectly, it totally captures the spirit and is a great movie all around! If you love the American Girl books, you can't miss this movie! Rated 5/5
After a while, Uncle Gard returns from his trip. Samantha is delighted of course until she finds out that the woman he brought back with him, Cornelia, is his fiancee. Samantha is mad at Uncle Gard because she thinks that he will forget about her. But fortunately Cornelia loves kids and becomes fast friends with Samantha. After their wedding, Samantha takes an extended trip to visit them in New York City.
While in New York, Samantha finds out that Nellie, her best friend, and her sisters have been orphaned and sent to an orphanage in the city. Samantha goes to visit them and discovers the squalid conditions they live in. Then things become even worse: Nellie is going to be separated from her two sisters and sent out West to a farm. Determined not to let that happen, Samantha hatches a daring plan to rescue Nellie and her sisters.
"Samantha: An American Girl Holiday" was truly a delightful film for the entire family. The acting and casting was top notch especially for a TV movie. AnnaSophia Robb (also in "Because of Winn-Dixie") really shines in her movie debut. She captures the Samantha of the books perfectly and is great! Jordan Bridges is also perfect as the playful and fun-filled Uncle Gard. While this movie doesn't follow the books perfectly, it totally captures the spirit and is a great movie all around! If you love the American Girl books, you can't miss this movie! Rated 5/5
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Samantha: An American Girl Holiday
) 4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
I worked at the American girl store in downtown Chicago and just love the dolls and the stories. Once you read the books you can't help but appreciate
the movie adaptation. Not completely true to the books, but it does cover all
six events. I also love the Felicity movie too. All girls from 6 to 12 will
love any of these stories.
the movie adaptation. Not completely true to the books, but it does cover all
six events. I also love the Felicity movie too. All girls from 6 to 12 will
love any of these stories.
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Samantha: An American Girl Holiday (2004, DVD)Review created: 10/20/07
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I purchased this for my 8 year old daughter and she loves it! It has been watched several times and in my opinion, is the best of the collection. It is a great family movie and would make an excellent gift. This is a perfect movie to watch during the holiday season, as it reminds us of those less fortunate, therefore showing a great example of a true American Girl.
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Samantha - a great movie!Review created: 03/03/07
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Samantha is a great story, just as all the other American Girl movies. Based on the books, the movies are about the leading character. Samantha wasn't my favorite or my daughter's favorite (she loved Felicity, I loved Molly) but it's good nevertheless.
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Samantha: An American Girl
) 3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I bought this for my 7 year old daughter who loves the American Girls. It is a wonderful story about a young orphan girl that is raised by her wealthy grandmother. She becomes friends with a young servant girl that works for her neighbors. The movie focuses on the friendship or these 2 young girls and their ups and downs.
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love the movie
) 3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
kids love it when aired on tv it was hard to find because every time i went to purchase they didn't have it but found on ebay love it,bought it, love the price!!!
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Excellent Movie
) 3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I bought this for my 10 year old daughter who is an American Girl fan. We watched it together and I found it to be a great movie in every way, one we will watch over and over again. We haven't read the Samantha books yet, so I'm not sure how it follows the book, but we highly recommend it.
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Great movie!Review created: 05/19/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
This American Girl movie is not exaclty like the books, but has great family content. My daughter had seen this earlier at a friend's house and we got for her as a surprise ~ she loves it! Entertaining and historically accurate you get a picture of life at the turn of the century. It has parallels drawn between today's life and the explosion of technologies to the emergence of so many inventions of that era. Great movie!
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SAMANTHA AN AMERICAN GIRL HOLIDAYReview created: 04/08/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I COLLECT AMERICAN GIRL ITEMS AND I LIKE THE STORIES THAT ARE WRITTEN FOR THE DOLLS. I BELIEVE THEY ARE GOOD STORIES FOR MY THREE DAUGHTERS TO WATCH. THESE STORIES ARE VERY WELL WRITTEN AND THE MOVIE IS A VISUAL IMAGE OF WHAT THE AMERICAN GIRLS ENCOUNTERED THROUGHOUT THEIR LIFETIME.
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Lovely movie based on the American Girl doll Samantha2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
If you love history or wish to know what it was like to live in America in the early 1900's,then you will love this movie! This is a quality made film, from the sets to the costumes and the fine job of acting, which will leave you feeling as if you yourself had traveled back in time. Young girls will immediatly adore Samantha and the story even will appeal to adults making this a great movie for mother's to watch with their daughters who are approximately ages 6 and up. The character Samantha is a wonderful roll model for young girls as she is sweet and kind and because she follows her heart to try to make the world around her a better place even even while dealing with her own personal disappointments. I saw just part of this movie on t.v. and had to buy my own copy so I could see the complete movie. A perfect family film to watch around the holidays or just anytime! This film will leave you smiling with it's happy ending!
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My Girls Loved It!Review created: 02/20/07
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2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
My girls loved this movie! :) All of these AG movies are great, if you ask me. It's wholesome and great for the entire family.
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"Samantha, An American Girl Holiday"Review created: 07/20/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This was a very enjoyable film, directed, produced and performed well by the primary actors and supporting cast. I loved the attention to detail of the period in the architecture of the house and surrounding structures, the costumes were lovely and chosen well. Even though some of the book content was changed to adapt to the film's length, the essence and character of the story was maintained and the valuable lessons for Samantha, Nellie, and the other characters were realized. I wanted to buy the dvd for mine and my granddaughter's enjoyment. We love the charm of the story's setting and the wonderful relationship that develops between Samantha and Nellie - a personal reflection of the progressive development occurring around them in the new century's cultural environment. The story is a wonderful amd eengaging historical lesson, rich with positive values for the young reader and viewer alike. Good values I believe that will be remembered and have their influence on the developing lives of the children who read the books and view this very entertain film.
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thank you1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
item was discribed perfectly and order was shipped very fast. the item was in great shape and nothing wrong with it. i hope i can do more buisness with this seller.
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The American Girl SamanthaReview created: 07/09/09
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daniellewright1985 ( 8 )
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This movie is very cute and a great family movie. It is very close to the stories in the book. Had to be shortened to fit information from all the books. Overall very good, my daughter and I love watching it over and over.
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have yet to watch it bought it for my daughterReview created: 06/30/09
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jgriffey1554 ( 9 )
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this dvd for my daughter. I have not personally watch it. But i am sure she will love it. Sorry my review could not be more helpfull i just want the 1 item review thing off my ebay
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Samantha An American girl Holiday1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
A wonderful Christmas story for girls of times when life was devoid of techno toys and more emphasis was put on family and traditions and acts of kindness. these are wonderful movies for children and I wish they made holiday movies like these today instead of the bad comedies they call Christmas Movies today. If a movies is rated PG-13 it is hardly suitable for children and should not be promoted towards them. You won't be disappointed!!
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Great product!!!!!Review created: 04/09/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
We loved this dvd & it was in wonderful shape when it got here. It was also shipped very fast. Thank again and keep up the great work.
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Great Movie1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this movie for my daughter and she loves it. We have watched it numerous times. This movie is a perfect compliment to her American Girl doll.
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samantha DVDReview created: 03/04/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I bought this because I can barely get to the AG store and I am an avid Samantha collector. I was told that these were $20.00-$25.00 in the American Girl store so I feel like I got a deal today!!
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I love the movie thank youReview created: 02/26/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I have seen it before and wanted to own it. The little girl Samatha is so giving and caring. She learns how to help a dear friend to stay with her sisters.
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Exellent Lesson for young girls...Review created: 02/02/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I purchased this DVD to accompany a new Samantha Doll purchased at Christmas for my six year old Granddaughter, Kendahl. We have watched it over and over and have discussed its lessons. She has taken it to share with her friends at school.
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Awesome SellerReview created: 01/20/09
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I was very happy with the DVD. It was received in perfect condition. My daughter loves it and already watched it twice. The seller was fast with the shipment and the whole transaction was smooth and easy. I would deal this the sell again on futures orders.
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My favorite of them all!!!1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is a great movie the whole family will enjoy. It is totally appropriate for young children. It does deal with the issue of losing loved ones but it is not scary and that is not the theme of the movie. Young and old will enjoy this movie about Samantha Parkington an orphan growing up just after the turn of the century. A must see for the whole family!
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Samantha: An American Girl Holiday DVD1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This is a new DVD and was sold less than it would have been had I of bought it from the American Girl site. The DVD is new in the shrinkwrap and will make a great Christmas gift!
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Great Movie for the whole family..1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I like that our whole family can sit together and enjoy this movie. It teaches values and has many positive character building lessons. These are attributes that are hard to find in many modern movies!!
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