La Bamba (Criterion Collection)

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. 108 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH), Spanish; audio commentary by Phillips, Morales, others; interviews; "making of" featurette; theatrical trailer; more.