La Bamba (1987) (original) (raw)
This is the true story of Ritchie Valens, a young rock-and-roll singer who tragically died in a plane crash at the age of 17. The film follows Ritchie from his days in Pacoima, California, where he and his family make a meager living working on farms to his rise as a star. The film also focuses on Richie's friendship and rivalry with his older brother Bob, and his relationship with Donna, his girlfriend.
This is the true story of Ritchie Valens, a young rock-and-roll singer who tragically died in a plane crash at the age of 17. The film follows Ritchie from his days in Pacoima, California, where he and his family make a meager living working on farms to his rise as a star. The film also focuses on Richie's friendship and rivalry with his older brother Bob, and his relationship with Donna, his girlfriend. (less)
Director: Luis Valdez
Writer: Luis Valdez
Starring: Lou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, Rosanna DeSoto, Elizabeth Pe�a, Danielle von Zerneck, Joe Pantoliano
Producer: Taylor Hackford
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