La Bamba
– Biographical story of the rise from nowhere of singer Ritchie Valens whose life was cut short by a p..
Biographical story of the rise from nowhere of singer Ritchie Valens whose life was cut short by a plane crash.
24 Jul 1987
English, Spanish
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Luis Valdez
Luis Valdez
Lou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, Rosanna DeSoto, Elizabeth Peña
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.
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 2 nominations.
Columbia Pictures