American Me

1992 · Directed by Edward James Olmos

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.

Cast: Edward James Olmos, Eric Close, William Forsythe, William Smith, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Sal Lopez, Jacob Vargas, Rafael H. Robledo, Richard Coca, Jaime Gomez

Rating: 7.346/10 from 287 votes