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

Director: Edward James Olmos

Genres: Drama Thriller

Actors: Edward James Olmos William Forsythe Danny De La Paz Sal Lopez

Writers: Floyd Mutrux Desmond Nakano