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77% Critic Match
Selena
“Discover the true story of one of America's brightest stars... that faded too soon.”
7.7 / 10• 1997• 2h 7m•PG• English
DramaMusicHistory
Storyline
In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.
Cast & Crew
Jennifer Lopez
Selena Quintanilla
Lead
Jackie Guerra
Suzette Quintanilla
Constance Marie
Marcela Quintanilla
Alex Meneses
Sara
Jon Seda
Chris Perez
Edward James Olmos
Abraham Quintanilla
Jacob Vargas
A. B. Quintanilla
PA
Pete Astudillo
Self - Dinos 1990's
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Gregory Nava's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Selena is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
