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In 1960s Torreón, Mexico, young Carmela Zuniga dreams of a better future despite the harsh realities of her impoverished life. The only one in her family who can attend school, she selflessly shares her learning with her siblings. At school, Carmela's crush on a soccer player named Juan, and her encounters with the popular Valentina, lead to heartbreak and bullying. Supported by her friend Maria, Carmela strives to overcome the challenges she faces. However, a tragic confrontation threatens to shatter her dreams forever.
Based on true events
