American Me is a 1992 American crime drama film produced and directed by Edward James Olmos, in his directorial debut, from a screenplay by Floyd Mutrux and Desmond Nakano. [3]

American Me: Directed by Edward James Olmos. With Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Sal Lopez, Vira Montes. A Mexican-American Mafia kingpin is released from prison, falls in love for the …

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Mar 13, 1992 · The U.S. penal system has done its work – which, in this movie, is neither the punishment nor the eradication of crime, but the training of criminals. Edward James Olmos, who …

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Mar 13, 1992 · 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. Montoya …

After 18 years leading a powerful prison gang, a hardened inmate is released and struggles to survive in a world changed beyond recognition.

Three friends born in poverty create their own capitalist dream as powerful gang members. Time in prison makes one of them consider a fresh beginning. Watch trailers & learn more.

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Mar 13, 1992 · In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power. During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. …