
Sweet 15
Maturity isn't measured by the number of candles on your cake.
Genres
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
120 min
Release Date
1990-01-15
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
7
Vote Average
4
Karla Montana
Marta Delacruz
Panchito Gómez
Ramón
Jerry Stiller
Mr. Waterman
Tony Plana
Samuel Dela Cruz
Robert Covarrubias
Jorge
Laura P. Vega
Gabrielle Corea
Giselle Anthony
Jackie
Jenny Gago
Inez
Vanessa Marquez
Lupe
Susan Ruttan
Mrs. Zavala
Liz Torres
Humberto Ortiz
Ricky Delacruz
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