La Bamba 1987

Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.

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PG-13
Drama Music

Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.

Release Date 1987-07-24
Runtime 1h 48m
Directors Luis Valdez, Adam Greenberg
Producers Stuart Benjamin, Taylor Hackford, Daniel Valdez, Bill Borden
Writer Luis Valdez