Girl In Progress

In this coming-of-age drama, a young girl named Ansiedad, played by Cierra Ramirez, embarks on a journey of self-discovery, inspired by her school lessons on classic coming-of-age stories. As she navigates the challenges of adolescence, her mother, Grace, portrayed by Eva Mendes, struggles with her own issues, leading to a complex mother-daughter relationship. The film is directed by Patricia Riggen and features a strong supporting cast, including Patricia Arquette. While it did not receive any major awards, it offers a heartfelt exploration of growing up and the trials of family dynamics. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.