The story follows (played by Missi Pyle), a widowed single mother in Mar Vista, California, who is struggling to reconnect with her 14-year-old daughter, Becca (Emily Osment). Becca has lost her passion for soccer—and her emotional anchor—following the death of her father, who was also her coach.
Parallel to the family drama is the classic sports underdog story, where a struggling team learns the value of practice, dedication, and believing in themselves. IV. Production Context Soccer Mom (2008)
I. Introduction
The film was produced on a budget of $3.5 million and filmed in Los Angeles between February and March 2008. The story follows (played by Missi Pyle), a
The film explores how families cope with loss, specifically the "emotional complexity" that follows the death of a parent. Soccer serves as the catalyst for Becca to begin her healing process. The film explores how families cope with loss,