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.

La Bamba (1987)

Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.

★ 7.3/10 July 24, 1987 108 min

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Director: Luis Valdez  ·  Writer: Luis Valdez

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.

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Director

Luis Valdez

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 Marshall Crenshaw Buddy Holly Brian Setzer Eddie Cochran Daniel Valdez Lelo Howard Huntsberry Jackie Wilson Felipe Cantu Curandero Eddie Frias Chino