Chrysanthemum & Esperanza

2025

0h 11m

6.0(1 votes)

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Overview

Set in the year 2005, Chrysanthemum is ready to leave New York City but must first relieve any doubts or anxieties with her best friend Esperanza. They have a lot to talk about and some gifts to share before they part ways.

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Jada Ann Chevalier

Chrysanthemum

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Pennelope Gonzalez Rosario

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