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American Me
“In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.”
7.5 / 10• 1992• 2h 5m•R• English
CrimeDrama
Storyline
During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.
Cast & Crew
Edward James Olmos
Montoya Santana
Lead
William Forsythe
J.D.
Pepe Serna
Mundo
Panchito Gómez
Young Montoya Santana
Steve Wilcox
Young J.D.
Danny De La Paz
Puppet
Sal Lopez
Pedro Santana
Dyana Ortelli
Yolanda
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Edward James Olmos's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. American Me is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
