

Selena (1997)
PG 2h 7m 7.0/10 IMDb
In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.
Director: Gregory Nava
Cast: Jennifer Lopez, Jackie Guerra, Constance Marie, Alex Meneses, Jon Seda
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Racial slurs / racism (depicted)
Mental Health & Emotional
Grief / bereavement (major focus)
Violence & Physical Harm
Gun violence
Where to Watch
Free
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