Tita is the third and youngest daughter of a wealthy Mexican family that live on the Mexican/Texas border during the turn of the century. Tita's father dies of a heart attack when she is born. Tita's mother loses her milk as a result of this trauma. Nasha the family cook becomes Tita's surroga
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There are many great movies and books that highlight people with disabilities but it seems that they are overshadowed by other popular genres/celebrities.
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