Film

An American Girl Story: Maryellen 1955 - Extraordinary Christmas

7.4201648mPGFamily

Age rating: PG
Director: Valerie Weiss
Year: 2016

It's Christmas, 1955 in Daytona Beach, FL, and middle child Maryellen longs to stand out amidst the hustle and bustle of her big family. When Benji, a family friend afflicted with polio comes to stay with them, Maryellen is intent on making the holiday special. After her plans for a big celebration fall through, she discovers the best gifts are often simple, meaningful gestures of friendship.