La Bamba
"Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream."
7.3108m1987
DramaMusic
Synopsis
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.
Production Details
Release DateJul 24, 1987
DirectorLuis Valdez
WritersLuis Valdez
Principal 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
Mike Moroff
Mexican Ed
Sam Anderson
Mr. Ludwig
Stephen Lee
Big Bopper
John Quade
Bartender
