ZOOT SUIT
"ZOOT SUIT" --- (1981) ---
SYNOPSIS:
"Mexican-American gangster Henry Reyna and others in his group are accused of a murder in which they had no part. They are then rounded up by the police because of their race and their choice of clothing. The gang members are thrown into prison and put through a racist trial. As Henry considers his fate, he has a conversation with El Pachuco, a figure from his own conscience who makes him contemplate a choice between his heritage and his home country."
STARRING:
Edward James Olmos, Daniel Valdez, Greg Rasatti, Robert Delgada, Tyne Daly and Rose Portillo.
SCREENPLAY:
Luis Valdez
MUSIC:
Lalo Guerrero; Daniel Valdez
DIRECTOR:
Luis Valdez
AWARDS & OTHER HONORS:
Luis Valdez won the 1983 Critics Award at the Festival du Film Policier de Cognac for Zoot Suit in Cognac, France.
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