Maricela (1986)
Maricela and her mother Eugenia have fled El Salvador for the US with hopes of building a better life. Unable to find work in her profession as a school teacher, Eugenia becomes a live-in housekeeper to the affluent Gannett family. Conflict occurs when Maricela clashes with teenage Stacy Gannett, who resents her presence at home and at school. Can Maricela win Stacy's friendship and still remain true to her own ideals and values?
Director: Christine Burrill
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Linda Lavin as Mrs. Gannett |
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Lisa Marie Simmon as Stacy Gannett |
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Carlina Cruz as Maricela Flores |
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Irene DeBari as Eugenia Flores |
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Amy Lynne as Rikki |
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Bruce Solomon as Sam Gannett |
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Kelly Jo Minter as Street Girl (as Kelly Minter) |
| Writing | Christine Burrill | Story |
| Writing | Richard Soto | Story |
| Production | Richard Soto | Producer |
| Directing | Christine Burrill | Director |
| Editing | Sandra Adair | Editor |
| Writing | Nancy Audley | Teleplay |
