TMDB Score
7.3/10
Popularity
6
1987
1h 48m
La Bamba
"Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream."
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AI Analysis
"The performances are nuanced and deeply moving, elevating the material. This film is a 73% match for your taste."
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.
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Quick Facts
Director
Luis Valdez
Language
EN
Budget
$6,500,000
Revenue
$54,215,416
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