Review of How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer (2005) by Mark A — 17 Oct 2008
Excellent film about three generations of Latina women struggling with their sexuality. Contrary to what young people think, old people need love and comfort as well. There were moments that made this viewer cringe, (no, not the sex, which was pretty tame) and others that had me laughing out loud.
In this small town, everyone's secrets are well-known and the options for love are limited. But each of these women learns something about herself and about each other that just resonated for this viewer.
The three lead actresses, America Ferrera (Blanca), Elizabeth Pena (Lolita), and Lucy Gallardo (Dona Geneveva) were marvelous. America is fast becoming a favorite and I am glad to see her tackling such meaty roles.
She has a classic beauty that I find entrancing. A real woman, indeed.
This review of How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer (2005) was written by Mark A on 17 Oct 2008.
How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer has generally received mixed reviews.
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