The film Quinceañera, directed by Richard Glatzer and Wash Westmoreland, was released in 2006.
The American drama follows Magdalena, a teenager in Los Angeles whose family and community respond to her unexpected pregnancy as her quinceañera approaches. The story uses the celebration as a setting for examining family expectations, religion, sexuality, and belonging.
The film premiered during the 2006 festival circuit and became notable for its independent production and performances. It is sometimes identified by its alternate title, Echo Park, L.A., which refers to the Los Angeles neighborhood where the story is set.
This movie should not be confused with the 2016 Mexican television series titled Quinceañera. The film is an English-language American independent drama, while the television series is a separate production with a different cast and storyline.