American Me

• Director: Edward James Olmos
• Cast: Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Sal Lopez
• Language: English
• Theatrical Release Date: Fri Mar 13 00:00:00 EST 1992

Tagline: In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.

Synopsis: Edward J. Olmos made his directorial bow with the powerhouse crime saga American Me. Olmos stars as street-gang leader Santana, who during his 18 years in Folsom Prison 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. The