My Name Is Maria De Jesus (2019)
In 1950's Texas, Mexican American children were forced to abandon their Spanish language and culture. Thirty years later, one mother realizes the impact Americanization has on her child who is struggling to connect with her Latin heritage.
Director: Marcella Ochoa
Runtime: 18 min
Release Date: July 1, 2019
Cast
- Aeslin Audri - Emily
- Geovanni Gopradi - Sal
- Jasmine Linares - young Maria de Jesus
- Austin Ochoa - Young Sal
- Marcella Ochoa - Mary Jessie
- Ximena Pelaez-Munoz - Marissa
- Jenna Purdy - Tammy Lynn Wilkes
- David Saucedo - Grandpa
- Susan Silvestri - Teacher
- Gracie Wakefield - Kate
Screenplay
Music: Carla Patullo
Cinematography: Kay Madsen
Editing: Adriana Torres
Production: 8A Entertainment
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Marcella Ochoa
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is My Name Is Maria De Jesus about?
- In 1950's Texas, Mexican American children were forced to abandon their Spanish language and culture. Thirty years later, one mother realizes the impact Americanization has on her child who is struggling to connect with her Latin heritage.
- Who directed My Name Is Maria De Jesus?
- My Name Is Maria De Jesus was directed by Marcella Ochoa.
- Who stars in My Name Is Maria De Jesus?
- My Name Is Maria De Jesus stars Aeslin Audri, Geovanni Gopradi, Jasmine Linares, Austin Ochoa, Marcella Ochoa, Ximena Pelaez-Munoz.
- How long is My Name Is Maria De Jesus?
- My Name Is Maria De Jesus has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).