Zoot Suit (1981)
Directed by Luis Valdez
Genres - Drama, Music, Musical |
Sub-Genres - Musical Drama, Period Film |
Release Date - Oct 2, 1981 (USA - Unknown), Oct 2, 1981 (USA) |
Run Time - 103 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Iotis Erlewine
Based on a 1940s Los Angeles murder trial, this film follows the case of members of a Mexican-American gang, led by Henry Reyna (Daniel Valdez), as they are tried and sentenced to San Quentin for a murder they may not have committed.
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Chicano, frame-up, Hispanic, Mexican-American, murder, racism, suit, trial [courtroom]
