La Bamba
Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.
Overview
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.
Movie Info
Release Date: 7/24/1987
Runtime: 108 min
Director: Luis Valdez
Writers: Luis Valdez
Top Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips
Ritchie Valens
Danielle von Zerneck
Donna Ludwig
Elizabeth Peña
Rosie Morales
Rosanna DeSoto
Connie Valenzuela
Esai Morales
Bob Morales
Joe Pantoliano
Bob Keane
Brian Setzer
Eddie Cochran
Mike Moroff
Mexican Ed
Sam Anderson
Mr. Ludwig
Stephen Lee
Big Bopper
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