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Sweet 15

1990-01-15 · 120 min · ★ 4.5

Drama · TV Movie

Nothing is more important to Mexican-American Marta Delacruz than her quinceanera -- the traditional 15th birthday celebration that symbolically ushers a young girl into adulthood. Marta is understandably angry and resentful when her father cancels the gala event, but her outlook changes completely when she accidentally uncovers her father's secret: He never became a U.S. citizen.

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Directors
Victoria Hochberg
Production companies
WonderWorks
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Karla MontanaMarta Delacruz
Panchito GómezPanchito GómezRamón
Jerry StillerJerry StillerMr. Waterman
Tony PlanaTony PlanaSamuel Dela Cruz
Robert CovarrubiasRobert CovarrubiasJorge
Laura P. VegaGabrielle Corea
Giselle AnthonyJackie
Jenny GagoJenny GagoInez
Vanessa MarquezVanessa MarquezLupe
Susan RuttanSusan RuttanMrs. Zavala
Liz TorresLiz Torres
Humberto OrtizHumberto OrtizRicky Delacruz

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