A Ring of Endless Light (film) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids A Ring of Endless Light |
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| Written by | Marita Giovanni Bruce Graham |
| Directed by | Greg Beeman |
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| Theme music composer | Phil Marshall |
| Country of origin | United States Australia |
| Original language(s) | English |
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| Running time | 88 minutes |
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| Original network | Disney Channel |
| Original release | August 23, 2002 |
A Ring of Endless Light is a Disney Channel Original Movie from 2002. It's based on a popular book by Madeleine L'Engle. The movie was filmed in Australia. It stars Mischa Barton in the main role. It first aired in the U.S. on August 23, 2002.
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What is the story about?
The story begins when 16-year-old Vicky Austin visits Seven Bay Island. She is there with her sister Suzy and younger brother Rob. They are visiting their grandfather, Reverend Eaton.
Grandfather's Illness and New Friends
Vicky soon notices her grandfather is very sick. He tries to hide it, but Vicky can tell something is wrong. She also meets Zachary Gray again. He is a rich boy she met last summer.
Another boy, 17-year-old Adam Eddington, asks Vicky for help. He is working on a project with a dolphin named Basil. Vicky discovers she can talk to Basil and his mate without speaking. This is called telepathy. She might even be able to do this with Adam too!
Facing Challenges and Discovering Talents
Vicky feels more and more worried about her grandfather. He finally tells her he is dying from a serious illness called leukemia. Her grandfather tries to help Vicky. He encourages her writing talent. This is different from her parents, who want her to study science.
Saving Dolphins and a Sad Goodbye
A friendly competition starts between Zach and Adam. They soon work together to stop something bad. They want to expose people using illegal drift nets. These nets trap and kill dolphins. Zach's father owns the ship using these nets.
The three teenagers work hard to stop the illegal fishing. They manage to save their dolphin friend and Adam from a deadly net. Vicky's grandfather arrives with the Coast Guard to help. The excitement is too much for Reverend Eaton. He passes away shortly after.
He leaves Vicky a blank book for her poetry. Vicky decides to follow her passion for writing. She chooses her own path instead of her parents' plans for her.
Who are the main characters?
- Mischa Barton – Vicky Austin
- Ryan Merriman – Adam Eddington
- Jared Padalecki – Zachary Gray
- Scarlett Pomers – Suzy Austin
- Soren Fulton – Rob Austin
- James Whitmore – Grandfather
- Theresa Wong – Dr. Zand
- Penny Everingham – Cecily
Awards
The director of the film, Greg Beeman, was nominated for an award. He was recognized for his great work in children's programs. This was for the 2002 Directors Guild of America Award.
See Also
In Spanish: A Ring of Endless Light para niños
