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Selena (1997)

Discover the true story of one of America's brightest stars... that faded too soon.

  • Mar 21, 1997
  • 2h 7m
  • PG

7.7/10

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1,350 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Selena is a 1997 drama and music film directed by Gregory Nava. Its leading cast includes Jennifer Lopez, Jackie Guerra and Constance Marie. It runs for 2 hours 7 minutes.

Synopsis

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.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
2 hours 7 minutes
Age rating (US)
PG
Language
English
Audience signal
7.7/10 from 1,350 TMDB votes

Trailer

Selena (1997) Original Trailer [HD] · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Jennifer Lopez Selena Quintanilla
  • Jackie Guerra Suzette Quintanilla
  • Constance Marie Marcela Quintanilla
  • Alex Meneses Sara
  • Jon Seda Chris Perez
  • Edward James Olmos Abraham Quintanilla
  • Jacob Vargas A. B. Quintanilla
  • Pete Astudillo Self - Dinos 1990's
  • Rubén C. González Joe Ojeda - Dinos 1990's
  • Ricky Vela Self - Dinos 1990's
  • Don Shelton Stage Dancer
  • Richard Emanuelle Concert Reporter
  • Panchito Gómez Young Abraham - Dinos 1961
  • Richard Coca Bobby - Dinos 1961
  • George Perez Seff - Dinos 1961
  • Brian Fallteen Club Owner
  • Carmen Martínez Irate Club Goer
  • Elisabeth Gonzalez Irate Club Goer

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