The Greening of Whitney Brown 2011

As Whitney Brown (Sammi Hanratty) maneuvers through the intricate landscape of affluence and social standing in Philadelphia, she teams up with her best friend Lindsay to launch a campaign for class president. With their determination, they secure a win by promising an unforgettable school formal. However, this moment of triumph is short-lived. Whitney’s mother, Joan (Brooke Shields), surprises her with a credit card to buy a dress for the big night, only to witness the imminent unraveling of their finances. The weight of these financial troubles soon crashes into her family, leading to the heartbreaking revelation that her father, Henry (Aidan Quinn), has lost his job due to the bankruptcy of his workplace.

As her life begins to spiral downward, Whitney’s family is compelled to leave their urban sanctuary and retreat to her grandparents’ old farm in the countryside. This drastic change thrusts her into a completely foreign setting, where she meets Bob, a remarkable and spirited Gypsy horse owned by her mysterious neighbor Dusty (Kris Kristofferson), who also happens to be her estranged grandfather. In her quest to adapt, Whitney builds a special bond with Bob, as well as reconnects with her parents and the rugged rancher, paving the way for a profound journey of self-discovery. She begins to rediscover the essential values of nature, family, and, most importantly, herself.

With her new school awaiting her after an extended period of detachment from her old friends, Whitney faces the challenge of fitting in. Caught in this unfamiliar territory, she is presented with two potential paths: succumb to the awkwardness of her new situation or take charge and strive to regain her spot in her ever-evolving world.