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Reviews Counted: 15
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Billed as a Latina Waiting to Exhale, this film details the life and loves of four Hispanic women: Sofia, a therapist; Andrea, a divorced lawyer; Irene, a flashy clothes designer; and Lilly, an artist. The women gather every week at the nightspot Luminarias to discuss jobs, family, love, and sex. Sofia, who dates white men in the hope of fitting into Anglo culture, becomes smitten with an amorous Mexican waiter. On the other hand, Andrea, who believes that white guys are only interested in

R, 1 hr. 41 min.

Drama, Romance, Comedy

Directed By: Jos� Luis Valenzuela

Written By: Evelina Fernandez

In Theaters: May 3, 2000 Wide

On DVD: Feb 26, 2002

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The emotions are genuine, and the touching scenes between Andrea and her son (Fidel Gomez), and the hilarious ones, keep the film moving.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Film Journal International

Source: Film Journal International

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