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Plot

When greedy land developers attempt to push a kindly widower off of his property, they receive an unexpected challenge from his ten-year-old neighbor in this family-oriented drama that shows a little love can go a long way. After being robbed of his family by a tragic fire, Jake opened his doors and his heart to the children of Glenwood Springs. Having learned a thing or two about helping others from his parents, who work as legal-aid attorneys, Jake's ten-year-old neighbor Keagan is troubled to learn that Jake's home is in jeopardy as land developers and government bureaucrats move in to make way for new developments in the neighborhood. Quickly organizing his friends into a powerful but peaceful protest force known as the "Glenwood Springs Kids Corp." Keagan and friends learn an important lesson in responsibility as they come to the aid of an old friend in need.
MPAA Rating:
Not Yet Rated
Genre(s):
Family
Run Time:
93min.
Theatrical Release Date:
07/16/1997
DVD Release Date:
07/13/2004
Director(s):
Themes:
Fighting the System,Unlikely Friendships
Tone:
Earnest,Heartwarming,Poignant,Stirring
Keywords:
bureaucracy,friendship,help,neighbor,protester,responsibility,senior-citizen
Language:
English