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Selena

Where:

Texas

When:

The 1960s The 1970s The 1980s The 1990s

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

Released in 1997 — 127 minutes

Genres:

Music Drama History

Languages:

English Spanish