Claire (Roberts) and Hailey (JoJo) are the best of friends. Bit things are about to change since Hailey must move with her mom to Australia in only 5 days. After praying for a miracle, Hailey and Claire are in for a special little treat. After a powerful storm, Hailey and Claire discover a washed up mermaid named Aquamarine in the local pool. With the help of Aqua, the girls might have a chance at sticking together. If they help Aqua find love in 3 days, Aqua will grant them one wish. Can Claire and Hailey help Aqua find love in Raymond, the hottie lifeguard? Or will they sink?

I watched this movie to give Emma a second chance after her little acts on Unfabulous. She proves a little better in this movie, but still comes off as some attention-seeking, weepy little girl. However, JoJo is magnifacent! She gives a powerful performance in dramatic scenes that make you feel for her character's situation. She also pulls off her quirky lines with a talent that is irresistable. Sara Paxton's performance as Aquamarine is cute. Not as powerful as JoJo, but not nearly as annoying as Emma. It's not bad, but not Oscar-worthy.

The storyline is cute. About a mermaid trying to find love in a world she doesn't know. It also brings out the highlights of friendship between teenage girls, boys and shopping. However, I feel the writing is weak. Maybe it is my pet peeve of cheesy romantic comedies that keeps me from liking these.

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