Selena

– In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Tex..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.70 / 10
Duration:
2 Hours and 7 Minutes
Release Year:
1997
Selena (1997)

In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.

Selena (1997) - Trailer

Release Date:

21 Mar 1997

Language:

English, Spanish

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Gregory Nava

Writer:

Gregory Nava

Main Actors:

Jennifer Lopez, Jackie Guerra, Constance Marie, Alex Meneses

Plot:

The film tells the story of the life of Mexican "Tejano" style singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez and the progress of her career resulting in her No. 1 US album.

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 8 wins & 5 nominations.

Production:

Warner Home Video

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
67%
Metacritic:
67%