Emma's Wish

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"Second chances can come in mysterious ways."
  • TV-PG
  • 1998
  • 1 hr 46 min
  • 5.7  (239)

Emma's Wish is a heartwarming family film that tells the tale of a young girl named Emma (played by Olivia Burnette) who is suffering from a serious illness. Emma longs for a horse of her own so that she can fulfill her lifelong dream of learning to ride, but her parents are struggling to make ends meet and cannot afford to buy her one.

As Emma's health deteriorates, she becomes more and more desperate to fulfill her wish. One day, she overhears her parents talking about a local horse competition with a prize of $10,000. Emma decides that this is her chance to get the horse of her dreams, and makes the bold decision to enter the competition herself.

Her parents are initially hesitant about supporting her idea, but eventually they come around and agree to help her. With the help of her best friend, Emma begins working tirelessly to learn everything she can about horseback riding, determined to win the competition.

As the day of the competition draws near, Emma becomes increasingly nervous, but her determination and love for riding keep her going. Finally, the day arrives, and Emma takes to the horse with all the grace and confidence of an experienced rider.

Despite facing some tough competition, Emma gives it her all and emerges victorious, winning the $10,000 prize money and finally getting the horse of her dreams. The film ends with Emma taking a ride on her new horse, looking healthy and happy and finally able to fulfill her wish.

Throughout the film, the performances are all top-notch, with all the actors delivering strong and heartfelt performances. Joanna Kerns and William R. Moses give particularly impressive performances as Emma's parents, conveying a deep love for their daughter and the struggles of coping with her illness.

Harley Jane Kozak, who plays Emma's mother's friend, also gives a standout performance as a confident and experienced rider who becomes Emma's mentor and helps her prepare for the competition.

Overall, Emma's Wish is a heartwarming and inspiring film that will leave you feeling hopeful and positive. It is a moving story of one young girl's determination to fulfill her dream and overcome the obstacles in her path, and is sure to be enjoyed by viewers of all ages.

Emma's Wish is a 1998 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 46 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.7.

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  • Release Date
    1998
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    1 hr 46 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.7  (239)
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