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American Me is a 1992 American independent 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.
Mar 13, 1992 · A film by Edward James Olmos that depicts the life of Montoya Santana, who co-founded the Mexican Mafia in prison and faced the consequences of his gangster lifestyle. The film covers his childhood, his crimes, his love, and his reflections on his culture and identity.
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- Biography, Crime, Drama
- Edward James Olmos
- 1992-03-13
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.
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- Edward James Olmos
- R
- 26
American Me is a 2000 film directed by and starring Edward James Olmos as Montoya Santana, a former gang member who tries to reform his life after prison. The film explores the themes of family, violence, and redemption in the Latino community of Los Angeles.
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- Edward James Olmos
- R
- Edward James Olmos
Edward James Olmos plays a former Folsom State prisoner who faces new challenges in society. Watch this R-rated movie for free on Tubi, a streaming service with no subscription fees.
- Edward James Olmos
- January 1, 1992
- Edward James Olmos
- 126 min
Mar 13, 1992 · A film about a Hispanic American gang leader who grows up in East Los Angeles and spends most of his life in prison. Edward James Olmos directs and stars in this drama that explores the cycle of crime, violence and drugs in his community.
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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. Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started.
