American Me
📖 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.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Director
- Edward James Olmos
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Edward James OlmosMontoya Santana
William ForsytheJ.D.
Pepe SernaMundo
Panchito GómezYoung Montoya Santana
Steve WilcoxYoung J.D.
Danny De La PazPuppet
Sal LopezPedro Santana
Dyana OrtelliYolanda
William SmithDeaconE
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is American Me about?
- 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.
- Who directed American Me?
- American Me was directed by Edward James Olmos.
- When was American Me released?
- American Me was released on March 13, 1992.
- How long is American Me?
- American Me has a runtime of 2h 5m.
- Where can I track American Me?
- You can track American Me on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.












