American Me
In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.
1992 · 2h 5m · R
Crime, Drama
Directed by
Edward James Olmos
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American Me
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- Edward James Olmos Director
- Edward James Olmos as Montoya Santana
- William Forsythe as J.D.
- Pepe Serna as Mundo
- Panchito Gómez as Young Montoya Santana
- Steve Wilcox as Young J.D.
- Danny De La Paz as Puppet
- Sal Lopez as Pedro Santana
- Dyana Ortelli as Yolanda
- William Smith as Deacon
- Evelina Fernández as Julie
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