Storyline

Magdalena (Emily Rios) is a Mexican-American living in Los Angeles. Her 15th birthday is fast approaching, and she and her family are making preparations for the party that signals her transition to womanhood. But Magdalena becomes pregnant, and family tensions force her out of the house, so she goes to live with her uncle Tomas and her gay cousin Carlos. All exiles, the three band together against the coming neighborhood gentrification that threatens their way of life.

Plot Keywords

teenager, uncle, cousin, inspiring, powerful, los angeles, family home, pregnancy, birthdays, family, gentrification, homosexuality, growing up, quest, 2000s

Short Review

A stereotype of what happens in Latino culture. Do yourself a favor and watch Blood In, Blood Out instead.

Trailer

Streaming Service

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