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Con Esperanza

Con Esperanza

With Hope, Anything is Possible

2020•14m
FamilyDramaMusicDocumentary

When Ruben, a young Chicano musician, is caught between his mother’s expectations and his own hopes, he is forced to make a decision that will change his life forever. Based on true events, “Con Esperanza” follows Ruben on his journey of pursuing his dreams, balancing both the traditional and financial expectations of his Mother.

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Production

Pocho Pictures, Prominent Entertainment Co. LLC.

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Jonathan Aguirre

Ruben

Saida Santana

Saida Santana

Mom

Christian Gnecco Quintero

Christian Gnecco Quintero

Jose

Bobby Reed

Bobby Reed

Richard Brooks

Charlie Orozco

Matt

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