Real Women have curves DVD

Real Women have curves DVD - 2002 film directed by Patricia Cardoso. This is the story of Ana, a first generation Mexican-American teenager on the verge of becoming a woman... In both Spanish and English - 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.
Stars America Ferrera, Lupe Ontiveros, Ingrid Oliu and George Lopez. Rated PG-13 for sexual content and some language. 90 minutes. Audio in Spanish and English and optional subtitles in English, Spanish or French.