La Bamba

– Biographical story of the rise from nowhere of singer Ritchie Valens whose life was cut short by a p..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.90 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 48 Minutes
Release Year:
1987
La Bamba (1987)

Biographical story of the rise from nowhere of singer Ritchie Valens whose life was cut short by a plane crash.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
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Genre:

La Bamba (1987) - Trailer

Release Date:

24 Jul 1987

Language:

English, Spanish

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG-13 – Parents Strongly Cautioned

Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.

Director:

Luis Valdez

Writer:

Luis Valdez

Main Actors:

Lou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, Rosanna DeSoto, Elizabeth Peña

Plot:

This is the true story of Ritchie Valens, a young rock and roll singer who tragically died in a plane crash at age 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 Ritchie's friendship and rivalry with his older brother Bob Morales and his relationship with Donna Ludwig, his girlfriend.

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 2 nominations.

Production:

Columbia Pictures

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
96%
Metacritic:
65%