In the 2006 movie Aquamarine, two best friends, Hailey and Claire, accidentally discover a mermaid in their swimming pool. The young mermaid, Aquamarine, is stranded in their small beach town after being swept away by a storm. The girls quickly become friends with Aquamarine, but soon learn she must return to the ocean before the next full moon.
Hoping to help their new friend, Hailey and Claire set out on a mission to find Aquamarine’s true love and make her dream of living as a human come true. But, their plans are complicated by a popular girl in town, Cecilia, who also has her sights set on their crush, Raymond. Hailey and Claire must compete with Cecilia and her friends to make sure Aquamarine gets the love she deserves.
This coming-of-age comedy is directed by Elizabeth Allen and stars Sara Paxton as Aquamarine, Emma Roberts as Claire, and JoJo as Hailey.
The Plot
The story of Aquamarine begins with Hailey and Claire spending one last summer together in their small Florida beach town before Hailey moves away to Australia with her family. When Hailey learns she must leave, she makes a desperate plea to the sea gods to help her stay. The girls find themselves in the midst of a huge storm which brings with it Aquamarine, a young mermaid who has been swept away from her home in the ocean.
Hailey and Claire befriend Aquamarine and are determined to help her find true love so she can live as a human permanently. They quickly set their sights on the handsome Raymond, who works as a lifeguard at the local beach. However, they soon discover there is competition in the form of Cecilia, a popular girl in town who also likes Raymond.
Hailey and Claire agree to help Aquamarine win her true love, but have only a few days to do it before she must return to the ocean. They work tirelessly to help Aquamarine understand human love and navigate the complexities of human relationships, all while fending off Cecilia and her friends who are also after Raymond’s heart.
The Cast
Directed by Elizabeth Allen, Aquamarine boasts a cast of talented young actresses including Sara Paxton as Aquamarine, Emma Roberts as Claire, and JoJo as Hailey. Paxton’s portrayal of the young mermaid captivates the audience with her innocence and vulnerability. Roberts and JoJo, as the two best friends, have great chemistry on screen and their portrayals of Hailey and Claire make the audience root for their success in helping Aquamarine find true love.
The movie also features appearances by a few veteran actors, including Julia Blake as Grandma Maggie, Bruce Spence as Leonard, and Shaun Micallef as Storm Banks. Every actor adds their own unique touch to the movie and brings the script to life.
CONCLUSION: A Classic Coming-of-Age Comedy
Aquamarine is a timeless coming-of-age comedy that captures the audience’s hearts with its whimsical plot and endearing characters. The movie is perfect for families with children and those who love a good romantic comedy. The talented cast, the direction, and the script all come together to make a movie that is both entertaining and heartwarming. If you haven’t seen Aquamarine yet, grab some popcorn and your favorite beverage and settle in for an adventure you won’t soon forget.
