La Bamba (1987)

Drama, Music • PT1H48M

La Bamba

Overview

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.

Director: Luis Valdez

Top Cast

  • Lou Diamond Phillips as Ritchie Valens
  • Danielle von Zerneck as Donna Ludwig
  • Elizabeth Peña as Rosie Morales
  • Rosanna DeSoto as Connie Valenzuela
  • Esai Morales as Bob Morales

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