6) Frenemies Movie: Disney Channel

Bibliography: Savel, D., Weiner, W., and Krieg, J.(Writers); Morgenstein, L., Levy, B. (Producers); Mayer, D. (Director); Frenemies; Disney Channel Original Movies; January 2012.



Plot: Frenemies is the movie of three sets of best friends that have circumstances that have the potential of breaking up their friendships.  The first story is that of Jake Logan and his best friend, his dog Murray.  Jake and Murray become frenemies after Jake decides to work on a science project with Julianne.  The second story is that of Avalon and Halley.  They are best friends that have a fashion blog named “GeeklyChic”.  Their friendship is challenged when a publishing company wants to develop their blog into a magazine.  The final story of is that of Savannah and Emma.  The two meet at the mall and realize they could be twins.  They decide to switch places to experience a new lifestyle.  It isn’t long before the girls realize they are better living the life they have.



Review: This movie is based on the book Frenemies by Alexa Young. The movie is a great way to show young teens the importance of friendship and the issues that can arise over confrontations.  The movie includes Avalon Greene and Halley Brandon into each segment of the storylines.  It’s great that the storylines connect, allowing Avalon and Halley to narrate the new characters as they come on the screen.



Genre: Contemporary Realistic Fiction/Friendship/Coming of Age



Interest Level: ages 9 and up



Related Shows:  Shake It Up; Good Luck Charlie; Camp Rock; High School Musical



Characters: 
Halley Brandon is the narrator of the movie.  She is also one of the main characters of the second story.  Halley and Avalon run the website “GeeklyChic”.
Avalon Greene is Halley’s best friend and the second main story of the second story.  She helps run the website “GeeklyChic” with Halley.
Jake Logan is the main character of the first story.  His best friend is his dog, Murray.
Julianne is the antagonist of the second story.  She tries to breakup Jake and Murray’s friendship.
Savannah O’Neal is one of the protagonists of the final story.  She trades places with Emma Reynolds.
Emma Reynolds is the other protagonist of the final storyline.  She is an only child and trades places with Savannah O’Neal.



Official Website: http://tv.disney.go.com/disneychannel/originalmovies/frenemies/