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La Bamba

Name: La Bamba
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1987-07-24
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 7.3

“Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.”

7.3 / 10 (834 votes)

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.

Release Date July 24, 1987

Runtime 108 min

Genres Drama, Music

Status Released

Budget $6,500,000

Box Office $54,215,416

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