American Me
"In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power."
Originally released in 1992. American Me is a crime/drama film. directed by Edward James Olmos. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, and Pepe Serna
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 13, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (386 votes)
Budget
$16M
Production budget
Box Office
$13.1M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $16,000,000
- Revenue
- $13,100,000
Production Companies
- YOY
- Universal Pictures
- Olmos Productions
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...
Who directed American Me?
American Me was directed by Edward James Olmos.
How long is American Me?
American Me has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was American Me released?
American Me was released on March 13, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in American Me?
The main cast of American Me includes Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Pepe Serna, Panchito Gómez, Steve Wilcox.
Is American Me worth watching?
American Me has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 386 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.