American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez (2026)
Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, crafting iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story.
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Luis Valdez
as Self
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Luis Valdez (born June 26, 1940) is an American playwright, writer and film director.
He is regarded as the father of Chicano theater in the United States.
De...
Edward James Olmos
as Narrator (voice)
Edward James Olmos (born February 24, 1947) is an American actor, director, producer, and activist. He is best known for his roles as Lieutenant Martin "Marty" Castillo in Miami Vice (1984–1989), act...
Director
David Alvarado