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Almost a Woman

ALMOST A WOMAN

Directed by Betty Kaplan
United States, 2002
Drama, TV Movie

Synopsis

Esmeralda Santiago and her family move to New York from rural Puerto Rico and face a difficult transition because of many challenges. Esmeralda enrolls in school and becomes the translator for her family, excelling at everything, but struggles in the pursuit of her dreams.

Synopsis

Esmeralda Santiago and her family move to New York from rural Puerto Rico and face a difficult transition because of many challenges. Esmeralda enrolls in school and becomes the translator for her family, excelling at everything, but struggles in the pursuit of her dreams.