6.7
Van Gogh
1991
“Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream.”
La Bamba (1987)
July 24, 19871h 48mEN
7.3
776 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.
Director
Luis ValdezWriter
Where to Watch
Streaming availability for India
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Top Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$6.5M
Revenue
$54.2M
Production Companies
New Visions PicturesColumbia Pictures
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