In this winning and inspiring family drama, young Keke Palmer, in her first big-screen starring role, makes acting look as easy as A, B, C. Palmer is outstanding as an underachieving 11-year-old from inner-city L.A. who develops a talent for spelling and strives to make it to the National Championship. Laurence Fishburne costars as her demanding coach. Written and directed by Doug Atchison.