Storyline

This is the story of Ana, a first generation Mexican-American teenager on the verge of becoming a woman. She lives in the predominately Latino community of East Los Angeles. Freshly graduated from high school, Ana receives a full scholarship to Columbia University. Her very traditional, old-world parents feel that now is the time for Ana to help provide for the family, not the time for college. Torn between her mainstream ambitions and her cultural heritage she agrees to work with her mother at her sister's downtown LA sewing factory. Over the summer she learns to admire the hardworking team of women who teach her solidarity and teamwork. Still at odds with what her mother expects of her, Ana realizes that leaving home to continue her education is essential to finding her place proudly in the world as an American and Chicana.—smbuvideo

Plot Keywords

united states, based on play, dressmaker, seamstress, boyfriend girlfriend relationship, mother daughter relationship, california, husband wife relationship, new york city, usa, factory, mexican american, latino, los angeles california, religious icon, hispanic, restaurant, loss of virginity, teenage girl, overweight

Short Review

Though I fault Real Women's clumsy execution, its message will continue to resonate until scenes where women clutch their thick midsections in celebration are no longer exceptional.

Trailer

Streaming Service

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