American Me 1992 · USA · 125 minutes · R · 1 nomination. crime drama crime thriller gangster film Stars: Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Sal Lopez Director: Edward James Olmos In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power. A Mexican-American Mafia kingpin is released from prison, falls in love for the first time, and grows introspective about his gangster lifestyle. Tags: going straight 7.1 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power. A Mexican-American Mafia kingpin is released from prison, falls in love for the first time, and grows introspective about his gangster lifestyle. Tags: going straight Watch American Me trailer Starring of American Me Edward James Olmos as Montoya Santana William Forsythe as J.D. Sal Lopez as Pedro Santana Dyana Ortelli as Yolanda William Smith as Deacon Storyline of American Me 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 Genre: biography, crime, drama, romance Theme: going straight Mood: tough guys Certification: Mature Audiences - Ages 17+ Recommended Flag: not for children, nudity, profanity, strong sexual content, substance abuse, violence MPA rating: R Award: 1 nomination. Rating of American Me 7.1 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like 0 0 0 0 0 Reviews of American Me Write your review or comment