This is the true story of Ritchie Valens, a young rock and roll singer who tragically died in a plane crash at age 17. The film follows Ritchie from his days in Pacoima, California where he and his family make a meager living working on farms to his rise as a star. The film also focuses on Ritchie’s friendship and rivalry with his older brother Bob Morales and his relationship with Donna Ludwig, his girlfriend.
Release Date: 24 July 1987Runtime: 108 min
Stars:
- Brian Setzer
- Daniel Valdez
- Danielle von Zerneck
- Eddie Frias
- Elizabeth Peña
- Esai Morales
- Felipe Cantu
- Geoffrey Rivas
- Howard Huntsberry
- Joe Pantoliano
- Lou Diamond Phillips
- Marshall Crenshaw
- Mike Moroff
- Rick Dees
- Rosanna DeSoto
Director: Luis Valdez
