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Discover the true story of one of America's brightest stars... that faded too soon.
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In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.
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Father-Daughter RelationshipUnfulfilled DreamsStriving For SuccessFamily BandRecording An AlbumConfronting Family ExpectationsUnresolved ConflictFalling In Love




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Directed by: Gregory Nava, Edward Lachman
Produced by: Moctesuma Esparza, Robert Katz, Carolyn Caldera
Composed by: Dave Grusin
Cast

Jennifer Lopez
Selena Quintanilla

Jackie Guerra
Suzette Quintanilla

Constance Marie
Marcela Quintanilla

Alex Meneses
Sara

Jon Seda
Chris Perez

Edward James Olmos
Abraham Quintanilla

Jacob Vargas
A. B. Quintanilla

Rubén C. González
Joe Ojeda - Dinos 1990's

Panchito Gómez
Young Abraham - Dinos 1961

Richard Coca
Bobby - Dinos 1961
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