Lou Diamond Phillips stars as Ritchie Valens in this hit biodrama about the '50s rocker. The film chronicles the Mexican-American Valens' humble beginnings in California, his tumultuous relationship with his half-brother (Esai Morales), his love for the girl (Danielle von Zerneck) who inspired one of his songs, and the fateful tragedy that ended his all-too-brief life and career. Elizabeth Peña co-stars; features music by Los Lobos, Brian Setzer and Marshall Crenshaw. 109 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo Surround, Spanish Dolby Digital Surround; Subtitles: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Thai; audio commentary; music videos; featurettes; biographies; filmographies; theatrical trailer.
