Comedy,Drama
United States of America
Girl in Progress is a 2012 romantic comedy-drama film directed by Patricia Riggen, starring Eva Mendes and Cierra Ramirez. The movie follows the story of a single mother, Grace, who is too busy with work and her secret affair to give her daughter, Ansiedad, the attention she needs. Ansiedad is a smart and precocious teenager who is struggling to find her own identity and wants to mature faster than her age.
To cope with her neglectful mother, Ansiedad writes her own coming-of-age story, inspired by the ones she's reading at school. She decides to take control of her life and become an adult by completing a series of self-imposed challenges to move faster towards adulthood. She sets out to lose her virginity, drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes, and break up with her nerdy boyfriend to pursue a relationship with an older boy.
As Ansiedad progresses through her plan, her mother becomes aware of her daughter's unhealthy behavior and tries to intervene. However, Grace is also dealing with her own issues, including her rocky relationship with a married doctor and the possibility of losing her job.
Girl in Progress is a heartwarming and relatable story about the hardships of growing up and the challenges of parenthood. It explores the themes of family, growing up, and the importance of communication and relationships. The film presents an excellent performance from its lead actress, Cierra Ramirez, and is an inspiring story for teenagers and parents alike.
