American Me
“In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.”
CrimeDrama
During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana 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.
VIBE
A raw, unflinching look at the cycle of violence and the suffocating grip of gang life. It's a grim, intense experience that pulls you deep into its world, showcasing the harsh realities of survival and the struggle for redemption.
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