Documentary

American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez

2026
Trailer
Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, crafting iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story.
Release Date
2026-07-17
Status
Released
Original Title
American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
Runtime
1h 32m
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Insignia Films, ITVS, Firelight Media, Latino Public Broadcasting, American Masters Pictures, PBS
Overview
Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with Zoot Suit and La Bamba, crafting iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story.
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