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American Me
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American Me

Fri, Mar 13, 1992
  • Crime
  • Drama
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

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.

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasFri, Mar 13, 1992
FR
  • In CinemasWed, Jul 8, 1992
DE
  • PhysicalFri, May 26, 2023
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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Edward James Olmos
    Edward James Olmos
    as Montoya Santana
  • William Forsythe
    William Forsythe
    as J.D.
  • Pepe Serna
    Pepe Serna
    as Mundo
  • Panchito Gómez
    Panchito Gómez
    as Young Montoya Santana
  • Steve Wilcox
    Steve Wilcox
    as Young J.D.
  • Danny De La Paz
    Danny De La Paz
    as Puppet
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