The story revolves around Mia Thermopolis, a shy and ordinary high school girl who discovers that she is the princess of Genovia, a small European country. Her grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi, informs her that she is the heir to the throne and must learn to become a princess. Mia is initially hesitant but eventually warms up to the idea. With the help of her grandmother and friends, she undergoes a transformation to become a confident and poised princess. Along the way, she navigates her relationships with her friends, family, and a potential love interest, Michael. In the end, Mia accepts her royal responsibilities and is crowned the princess of Genovia, with her grandmother's blessing and support.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The movie is about a high school girl named Mia who learns she is a princess.
2. Mia's grandmother is the Queen of Genovia.
3. Mia's father is the king, but he and Mia's mother divorced when Mia was young.
4. Mia's mother, Helen, never told Mia about her royal heritage.
5. The queen wants Mia to train to become the next princess and eventually the queen.
6. Mia is initially reluctant but eventually agrees to train.
7. Mia has a makeover and learns how to behave like a princess.
8. Mia starts to enjoy her new life as a princess and makes friends with her bodyguard, Joe.
9. Mia's friend Lily becomes jealous of her new status as a princess.
10. Mia's rival, George, tries to kiss her, but she rejects him.
11. The press finds out about Mia's royal status, and she becomes a celebrity.
12. Mia's grandmother, the queen, teaches her how to deal with the press.
13. Mia has a heart-to-heart with her grandmother and learns more about her family's past.
14. Mia decides to attend the National Day event and give a speech.
15. Mia's car breaks down on the way to the event, but she is rescued by her love interest, Michael.
16. Mia gives a speech and declares her intention to become the next queen.
17. The queen puts the crown on Mia's head, symbolizing her new role.
18. Mia dances with Michael at the event.
19. The queen and her assistant open up to each other about their past.
20. Mia travels to Genovia with her grandmother and invites Michael and Lily to visit her every summer.