La Bamba
1987·Movie·
·1h 48min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.
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.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersComing Of AgeFamily BondsPursuit Of HappinessBetrayalSacrifice
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersRising To FameOvercoming Self-DoubtRock 'n' Roll LifestyleTouring MusiciansSibling RivalryExpressing Love Through Music
- Cinematic Style
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Luis Valdez, Adam Greenberg
Written by:
Luis Valdez
Produced by:
Bill Borden, Taylor Hackford, Daniel Valdez
Cast
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