Synopsis
A very special student deals with exams, first love, and national security issues in this teen-oriented romantic comedy-drama. Samantha MacKenzie (Katie Holmes) is a seemingly ordinary college freshman with one important exception -- her father happens to be the President of the United States (Michael Keaton). Samantha, however, would prefer to be as inconspicuous as possible as she begins her studies at Redmond University, so she asks a favor of her father -- remove the two Secret Service agents who follow her everywhere, and allow her to fend for herself at school. The president agrees, but out of concern for her safety, he sends in a young undercover agent, James (Marc Blucas), who will pose as the Resident Advisor at her dorm to keep an eye on her. Samantha and James strike up a fast friendship that grows into a romance, but when Samantha discovers the truth about James, she wonders if his love for her is real or just part of his cover. First Daughter was directed by actor-turned-director Forest Whitaker.
What Critics Say
Even down-to-earth princess
Katie Holmes can't prevent director
Forest Whitaker's would-be fairy tale from falling victim to Hollywood romantic comedy clichés.
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Jenna Bush, daughter of President George W. Bush, had her trial for underage drinking postponed. People magazine reports that the delay is due to her lawyer's recent knee surgery. Bush was stopped and ticketed last week by Austin police for drinking a beer, in a routine sweep of local bars designed to catch underage drinkers. The maximum punishment Bush would face if convicted is a fine of not more than $500, 12 hours of community service, and a six-hour alcohol awareness class. This is Bush's first offense.