American Me (1992)
R 2h 5m 6.5/10 IMDb
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: Edward James Olmos
Cast: Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Pepe Serna, Panchito Gómez, Steve Wilcox
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Racial slurs / racism (depicted)
Substance Use
Drug use (depicted)
Violence & Physical Harm
Domestic violence / intimate partner abuse Gun violence Sexual assault / rape
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