LOGLINE
Mia, a spoiled rich 16 year old finds herself being sent to a military academy when her mother gets sent to jail for buying illegal prescription drugs in the streets forcing her to adjust her attitude, values and survival skills. Being pretty and rich gains her no favors amongst her hardcore classmates who have an edge on what it takes to survive through the “take no prisoners” regimen of the reigning Commandant.
SYNOPSIS
Mia, a spoiled 16 year old finds herself in a judge’s chamber being advised her mother is going to jail. She further learns that her estranged father, who she despises, will be assuming responsibility for her welfare. Worse, she will be attending a military academy, 24/7, where her fellow girl cadets are quick to kick her to the curb every chance they get. Hovering over her every move is the academy Commandant who is quick to dish out punishment for the slightest provocation. She soon learns that the only way to escape misery is to abide by the rules, live a regimented life and endure all the discipline required in daily marches. Her tough roommate stands by her enough to survive the menacing Fox their sadistic company female leader who especially hates Mia.
Her father, who teaches at the academy attempts to lessen the load, but cannot overcome the hate Mia has accumulated over the years against him.
Forced 8 mile marches carrying a 25 pound pack on her back, being cheated out of being the Ring Queen and a drug overdose by her roommate force Mia to meet and overcome her physical and psychological challenges.
Finally, her Mother, after being released early from prison, takes her out of the academy back home to the indulgent life style she enjoyed before. It doesn’t take long for Mia to realize that she belongs at the academy and returns to finish her school year. She finds that the Commandant has one final surprise that makes her realize she made the right decision.
QUOTES
RENE: I’m afraid she’ll find a soft spot for you. I don’t want her to get hurt. Fortunately, I’ve groomed her to be like me.
JOB: You means she drinks like a sailor on a three day pass, thinks being rich is a birth right and is going to major in shopping?________________________________________________________
MIA: Is there a category where one parent is brain dead stupid and the other’s a clown?
AMBER: No, but there is a category where the parents don’t really understand them, if that’s what you mean. And that’s a 100% category
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MIA: I never felt comfortable ordering people around, sir.
COLONEL LLOYD: Leadership isn’t about ordering people around. It’s about knowing who you are and being confident in that person. People sense it and respond to it.
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MIA: That’s insane. She can barely lift her rifle during drills. They have no idea what she’s going through.
AMBER: It’s called tough love. She’s here because her mother and father think it’s the best thing for her.
MIA: They’re wrong. And before it’s all over they could be dead wrong.
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RENE: Honey, you’ve got to get rid of whatever it is that’s got you beaten down. Laugh, sing, whistle, jump up and down for joy. Let the bells ring. Good times are here again.
MIA: Then why am I feeling like one stomped on chewed up old rag doll in a Barbie limo?
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ZACH: Let me try one more time. A bunch of us are going skinny dipping after the party at Jenny’s place. They’ll be some good stuff there too, if you know what I mean.
MIA: In the same spirit let me try one more time, too. Trying to fuck every or anything that moves and comes within range of your predatory eyes won’t bring you anything worthwhile or lasting. It has a smell of sickness to it.