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American Me is a 1992 American independent [3] crime drama film produced and directed by Edward James Olmos in his directorial debut, and written by Floyd Mutrux and Desmond Nakano. Olmos stars as Montoya Santana, who is loosely based on Mexican Mafia boss Rodolfo Cadena. [4]
Mar 13, 1992 · American Me: Directed by Edward James Olmos. With Sal Lopez, Vira Montes, Roberto Martín Márquez, Dyana Ortelli. A Mexican-American Mafia kingpin is released from prison, falls in love for the first time, and grows introspective about his gangster lifestyle.
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.
Edward James Olmos sets the screen ablaze in this powerful epic about a youth from the streets of East LA who becomes the leader of the Mexican Mafia...
Made with in San Francisco. Edward James Olmos stars as a powerful Folsom State prisoner who returns to society after running the game behind bars for 18 years.
As a young man, Montoya Santana (Edward James Olmos) is introduced to gang life on the tough streets of Los Angeles after spending his youth in...
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One day, an African American prisoner steals some drugs as they are being passed along the cells via a gym sock. When Montoya orders Mundo to kill him, the prisoner is burned alive, and a race riot ensues.
American Me. Edward James Olmos sets the screen ablaze in this powerful epic about a youth from the streets of East LA who becomes the leader of the Mexican Mafia from behind the gates of Folsom Prison. The price before discount is the median price for the last 90 days.
Mar 13, 1992 · American Me is a drama directed by Edward James Olmos, who also stars as Montoya Santana, a powerful figure in a Mexican American gang. Set in Los Angeles, the film explores Santana's rise within the gang, his struggles in prison, and his attempts to redefine his identity and life upon release. The cast also includes William Forsythe and Sal Lopez, adding depth to this exploration of crime ...
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.