Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.
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In 1958 Los Angeles, a prodigious teenager named Ritchie Valens skyrockets to rock and roll stardom with his heartfelt ballad Donna, a song crafted for his beloved girlfriend. As Valens ascends to fame, he grapples with the intense jealousy of his brother, Bob, creating a turbulent family dynamic. Haunted by a recurring and ominous nightmare of a plane crash, Valens embarks on his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly. The film portrays Valens's journey, highlighting his struggles and triumphs, set against the backdrop of a vibrant musical era. His ascent is marked by both the exhilarating highs of success and the personal challenges he faces, foreshadowing a tragic destiny.
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Movie Score
73%
Released
July 24, 1987
Director
Luis Valdez
Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips, Danielle von Zerneck, Elizabeth Peña, Rosanna DeSoto, Esai Morales, Joe Pantoliano
Genre
Drama, Music
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Movie Score
73%
Released
July 24, 1987
Director
Luis Valdez
Cast
Lou Diamond Phillips, Danielle von Zerneck, Elizabeth Peña, Rosanna DeSoto, Esai Morales, Joe Pantoliano
Genre
Drama, Music