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American Me (1992)

Poster for American Me

In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.

During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.

Cast & Crew

Director
Edward James Olmos
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    Montoya Santana Edward James Olmos
  • Profile picture of William Forsythe
    J.D. William Forsythe
  • Profile picture of Pepe Serna
    Mundo Pepe Serna
  • Profile picture of Panchito Gómez
    Young Montoya Santana Panchito Gómez
  • Profile picture of Steve Wilcox
    Young J.D. Steve Wilcox
  • Profile picture of Danny De La Paz
    Puppet Danny De La Paz
  • Profile picture of Sal Lopez
    Pedro Santana Sal Lopez
  • Profile picture of Dyana Ortelli
    Yolanda Dyana Ortelli

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  • mexican american
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