A Little Family Drama

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PG-13

2024

1h 27m

Comedy

Drama

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When a Mexican-American family's annual reunion turns into a full-blown food fight, secrets spill faster than the salsa, and the drama heats up hotter than the tamales.

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Ruth Maramis

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Nadia Zoe's feature directorial debut may not have big-name stars, but it shines with its genuine representation of family & a true reflection of its cultural background.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 23, 2024

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Bobby LePire

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An empathetic understanding of family bonds.

Rated: 8.5/10

Oct 8, 2024

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Morgan Rojas

Cinemacy

Dinnertime dysfunction leads to great comedic moments in this charming indie film.

Oct 3, 2024

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Matthew H

This film is a heartfelt and touching exploration of family dynamics, layered with humor, warmth, and the emotional weight of intergenerational trauma. Much like Tortilla Soup and What’s Cooking?, it brings together a vibrant ensemble of characters whose conflicts and connections unfold over shared meals, long-standing tensions, and the quiet moments that reveal deep love beneath dysfunction. With a strong cultural heartbeat and a nostalgic nod to early 2000s family comedies, this movie is both comforting and cathartic. Highly recommended for fans of classic ensemble dramas who crave a good laugh, a few tears, and a reminder of the healing power of togetherness.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/15/25

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When a Mexican-American family's annual reunion turns into a full-blown food fight, secrets spill faster than the salsa, and the drama heats up hotter than the tamales.

Director: Nadia Zoe
Producer: Michael D. Karp, Ramon O. Torres, Nadia Zoe
Screenwriter: Ramon O. Torres, Nadia Zoe
Distributor: Emblematic Pictures
Production Co: Emblematic Pictures, LaBella Films
Rating: PG-13 (Drug Content and Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 11, 2024, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $4.8K
Runtime: 1h 27m

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