La Bamba

Film19871h 48m 7.3 (imdb)

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

Synopsis

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.

  • Drama
  • Music

Details

Status
Released
Released
Jul 24, 1987
Original Language
English
Country
United States of America
Studios
New Visions Pictures, Columbia Pictures
Budget
$6.5M
Box Office
$54.2M
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