La Bamba
La Bamba

La Bamba (1987)

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

7.3 (761 votes)
1h 48m
July 24, 1987
English

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.

Director

Luis Valdez

Writers

Luis Valdez

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Original Title

La Bamba

Status

Released

Budget

$6,500,000

Revenue

$54,215,416

Production

New Visions Pictures, Columbia Pictures