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La Bamba (1987)

Poster for La Bamba

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

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Luis Valdez
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    Ritchie Valens Lou Diamond Phillips
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    Donna Ludwig Danielle von Zerneck
  • Profile picture of Elizabeth Peña
    Rosie Morales Elizabeth Peña
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    Connie Valenzuela Rosanna DeSoto
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    Bob Morales Esai Morales
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    Bob Keane Joe Pantoliano
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    Eddie Cochran Brian Setzer
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    Mexican Ed Mike Moroff

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