
Maricela
1986, English. Directed by Christine Burrill.
Maricela and her mother Eugenia have fled El Salvador for the US with hopes of building a better life. Unable to find work in her profession as a school teacher, Eugenia becomes a live-in housekeeper to the affluent Gannett family. Conflict occurs when Maricela clashes with teenage Stacy Gannett, who resents her presence at home and at school. Can Maricela win Stacy's friendship and still remain true to her own ideals and values?
- Runtime
- 0h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Maricela is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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- Released
- 13 September 1986
- Written by
- Richard Soto, Christine Burrill
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Maricela runs 58 minutes (0h 58m).
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Maricela is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Maricela?
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Who directed Maricela?
Maricela (1986) was directed by Christine Burrill and stars Linda Lavin, Lisa Marie Simmon, Carlina Cruz.