La Bamba

1987 • 108 minutes

About this movie

The life of rock 'n' roll legend Richie Valens bursts across the screen in this celebrated, music-filled movie with star-making performances by LOU DIAMOND PHILLIPS as Richie and ESAI MORALES as his half-brother Bob. LA BAMBA depicts the 17-year-old Mexican-American's rocket rise to fame, from field laborer to rock star with a string of hit singles and a date with destiny. Fueled by Valens' hit songs performed by the Grammy-winning Los Lobos as well as classic '50's tunes, LA BAMBA recreates the thrilling early days of rock and pays homage to the enduring legacy of a remarkable talent whose music crossed all borders. MPAA Rating: PG-13 © 1986 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Ratings and reviews

Lou Diamond Phillips is perfection...

Love this movie!