"What a Girl Wants" is a romantic comedy film released in 2003, starring Amanda Bynes as the main character, Daphne Reynolds. The story follows Daphne, a teenager who travels to London to find her estranged father, Henry Dashwood, played by Colin Firth. She discovers that he is a wealthy politician engaged to a woman who disapproves of Daphne's presence. As Daphne navigates her new life, she faces challenges in fitting into her father's world while trying to maintain her individuality. The film explores themes of family, identity, and the importance of being true to oneself, all wrapped in a lighthearted and entertaining narrative.