La Bamba (1987)
07/24/1987 (US) • 1h 48m
Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.
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.
Top Billed Cast
Ritchie Valens
Donna Ludwig
Rosie Morales
Connie Valenzuela
Bob Morales
Bob Keane
Buddy Holly
Eddie Cochran
Lelo
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