144 Pages Strong-willed and inquisitive, Cristina copes with traditional gender expectations and the anticipation of “becoming a miss” through intense friendships (whether real or imaginary) with Barbie™ and soccer superstar Diego Armando Maradona. Holding a firm balance between relatable domestic drama and intriguing international turmoil, Nearly Miss is a hilariously accurate portrait of the cruelty and challenges of growing up, and a piercing depiction of a universal family dynamic..
