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Chasing Liberty

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Anna Foster (Mandy Moore), code-named "Liberty," the daughter of the President of the United States (Mark Harmon), can't get the Secret Service off her back when she goes on dates with boys. Accompanying her father on a state visit to Prague, she eludes her protectors and meets a handsome British boy, Ben Calder (Matthew Goode), with whom she embarks on a romantic journey across Europe. But there's something she doesn't know about Ben: He's a Secret Service agent.
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Formulaic comfort food for the teen crowd.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media 12/22/2010
2/5
Middle school girls only need apply. Go to Full Review
Charles Taylor Salon.com 01/17/2004
Forgettable fluff but it left me in an unaccountably bad mood, mainly because it's a step back for Mandy Moore. Go to Full Review
Adam Nayman eye WEEKLY 01/15/2004
2/5
The thoroughly unremarkable Chasing Liberty makes it three negligible movies in a row for Mandy Moore. Go to Full Review
Mark Halverson Sacramento News & Review 08/07/2008
2/5
Film Threat 12/06/2005
2.5/5
Garth Franklin Dark Horizons 04/02/2005
2/5
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Raymond D. @raydiaz Dec 17 I'm partial to Mandy Moore so forgive my review. Comedy romance mixed with drama. Mandy Moore plays the daughter of President (Mark Harmon) and can't seem to get away from Secret Service agents in her efforts to date boys. While on a trip with a state visit to Prague she eludes her Secret Service detail assignment and meets a British boy on a romantic journey across Europe. What she doesn't know is he's Secret Service. Lost in the story is a dual romance story of 2 Secret Service agents (Jeremy Piven and Carline Goodall) trying to locate the president's daughter. See more Noel L Nov 4 Predictable like most rom coms. But still sweet and what a journey See more W. W @Twinz1008 May 25 This one has that early-2000s charm — a bit predictable, a bit over-the-top, but somehow still enjoyable. Mandy Moore carries it well; she’s likable, relatable, and brings just enough heart to make the story work. The whole “First Daughter on the run in Europe” premise is obviously not the most realistic, but if you go in with the right expectations, it’s actually pretty fun. There’s a nice mix of scenic backdrops, light romance, and coming-of-age moments, even if it leans into clichés at times. Some parts felt a little too long or overly scripted, but there’s a sweetness to it that makes it easy to watch. It’s not groundbreaking, but it has its moments — and if you’re in the mood for something light, feel-good, and a little nostalgic, it’s worth a watch. See more Samantha L @Samantha 10/13/2024 Chasing Liberty isn’t going to blow your mind, but it’s got that irresistible, feel-good vibe you can’t help but enjoy. Mandy Moore totally owns the screen, taking a pretty standard plot—girl rebels, finds freedom, and meets the guy—and giving it real energy. Sure, it’s predictable, but that’s kind of what makes it work. It’s a fun, lighthearted flick that doesn’t need to be anything more than it is. If you’re in the mood for a breezy escape, this one does the trick. And if you caught it growing up, it’s definitely one of those nostalgic go-tos that still feels like a good time. See more Sophia U 09/23/2024 It’s cute for the most part but the moment it hit that scene where they stayed at Eugenio’s place and was throwing herself at him, got upset when he said no and threw a tantrum was the most cringiest thing ever. See more Ava S @avawatches 12/05/2023 Though it all happens pretty fast, the romance feels earned with fluffy dedications of love, but don't be fooled: Chasing Liberty's screenplay can get a bit rough. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Anna Foster (Mandy Moore), code-named "Liberty," the daughter of the President of the United States (Mark Harmon), can't get the Secret Service off her back when she goes on dates with boys. Accompanying her father on a state visit to Prague, she eludes her protectors and meets a handsome British boy, Ben Calder (Matthew Goode), with whom she embarks on a romantic journey across Europe. But there's something she doesn't know about Ben: He's a Secret Service agent.
Director
Andy Cadiff
Producer
David Parfitt, Broderick Johnson, Andrew A. Kosove
Screenwriter
Derek Guiley, David Schneiderman
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Alcon Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Sexual Content|Brief Nudity)
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 9, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 30, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$12.2M
Runtime
1h 50m
Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby SR, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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