Samantha - An American Girl Holiday | 
| Director: Nadia Tass
Actors: Mia Farrow, AnnaSophia Robb, Olivia Ballantyne, Jordan Bridges, Jackie Brown
Studio: Warner Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  72 reviews
Sales Rank: 6,004
Format: Full Screen, Color, Dolby, DVD, Subtitled, NTSC
Languages: English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 86 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: 012569457829
UPC: 012569457829
EAN: 0012569457829
ASIN: B00064AMEE
Theatrical Release Date: November 23, 2004
Release Date: November 30, 2004
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Amazon.com
The American Girl collection of books, dolls, and accessories makes its film debut in this inaugural title featuring bestselling character Samantha, in a live-action holiday story set in 1904. AnnaSophia Robb plays Samantha Parkington, a poised yet playful 9-year-old who lives with her wealthy grandmother (Mia Farrow) in a country estate after the untimely death of her parents. Still grieving her loss, Samantha takes comfort in her friendships with new pal Nellie, a servant girl, and her dashing Uncle Gard (Jordan Bridges), a successful businessman. When Uncle Gard marries Cornelia (Rebecca Mader), Samantha is reluctant to embrace this female "intruder" until she spends three months with the newlyweds in New York City. In time, Samantha grows to trust and admire Cornelia, a spirited suffragette. Emboldened by Cornelia's example, Samantha takes her own courageous risks to improve the plight of some young orphans. This superbly produced film provides a glimpse into America during the Industrial Revolution, while showcasing the promising talents of young Robb. (Ages 8 and older) --Lynn Gibson
Product Description
In 1904, well bred Samantha Parkington finds friendship with servant girl Nellie O'Malley when she comes to visit New York City.
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 Highly Entertaining! Beautifully Done! May 23, 2010
Sylviastel
Samantha - An American Girl Holiday was actually filmed in Canada and not in New York state where it is set. But regardless, the cast does a nice job. Mia Farrow is perfect as the no nonsense Grandmary who raised her since her parents' death in a boating accident.
The film takes serious issues such as child labor, orphanages, and factory conditions and the fight for women's right to vote.
The children actors do a very good job in their roles particularly Samantha, Eddie, Nellie, Bridget, and Jenny along with the adults. Sadly, I don't notice any other familiar names with the exception of course, Mia Farrow.
The film follows the book series of the same name. It's an okay story and suitable for family viewing.
Young girls who are fans of the book series will find this DVD to feature clips such as a tour of the New York City store.
Another clip is a few minutes in understanding the Victorian/Edwardian wedding rituals, traditions, and history by Eve Faulkner. I found this interesting for those of us interested in that time period.
american girl video February 16, 2010
steph7271 (Arkansas)
I had bought this video to go with the mini dolls that I had purchased. I could not afford an actual American Girl doll so I bought this Christmas movie and the mini dolls for my 7 year old. My daughter enjoyed the dolls but LOVED this DVD. It's a wonderful story and sends a really good message. My daughter has watched it over and over again. She has even shared it when her friends and cousin came to visit. Would definitely recommend this DVD.
 I wish it was a series rather than one film! January 21, 2010
Jagoda Urban-Klaehn (Idaho Falls, ID USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was crying with my daughter (Samantha age) when we watched it. I wish there were more movies like that, some of them showed in the children movie channels instead of easy stuff with no any educational values whatsoever and lots of stupid action and violence.
Nicely done, good cloths and historical scenery, good actors, so that the kids can learn about the past. It did look that some of the parts were shortened artficially therefore I wish that the movie was either longer or divided into several parts, so that it would explain more about feminism or child labor rather than just touching it on the surface.
Still, great to watch I wish there was more movies like that with edicational and moral values for both genders.
Important History shared in a wonderful story December 16, 2009
Joseph H. Wolfenden (Sacramento)
I have seen this American Girl movie on several occasions. I find the story and cinematography to be very good. What a wonderful opportunity to see into the lives of youngsters at this time in history.
I recently purchased this video to share with my 8 year old daughters third grade class. They were going to visit the Governor's Mansion on a field trip. This is a wonderful victorian home. Rather than just seeing it as is today, I wanted them to see the video to get an idea of life in the early 1900"s. i also wanted them to understand the problems that children and society had at that time. This movie clearly shows people dealing with issues like Womens Sufferage, Child labor, and the lack of mandatory education.
Good movie and good educational film
Love it September 14, 2009
Lynne M (WEST GREENWICH, RI United States)
My daughter spent her own money on this DVD. She loves it and has watched it multiple times.
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