Selena (1997)

Kernel Score: 85% · 1,294 ratings

Genres: Drama, Music, History

Released: 1997-03-21

Runtime: 127 minutes

Overview

In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.

Director

Gregory Nava

Cast