American Me (1992)

03/13/1992 (US) • 2h 5m

Crime, Drama

In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.

Overview

During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.

Top Billed Cast

Edward James Olmos

Montoya Santana

Panchito Gómez

Young Montoya Santana

Steve Wilcox

Young J.D.

Sal Lopez

Pedro Santana


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$16,000,000.00

Revenue

$13,100,000.00

Keywords

prison

juvenile prison

jail

east los angeles

hood

gang

racism

mexican american

lowrider

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