

"Born into poverty. Destined for stardom. He lived the American dream."
Los Angeles teenager Ritchie Valens becomes an overnight rock 'n' roll success in 1958, thanks to a love ballad called "Donna" that he wrote for his girlfriend. But as his star rises, Valens has conflicts with his jealous brother, Bob, and becomes haunted by a recurring nightmare of a plane crash just as he begins his first national tour alongside Buddy Holly.
Director: Luis Valdez

Ritchie Valens

Donna Ludwig

Rosie Morales

Connie Valenzuela

Bob Morales

Bob Keane
Buddy Holly

Eddie Cochran
Lelo
Jackie Wilson