Zoot Suit (1981) Reviews

Zoot Suit (1981)
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Based on a 1940s Los Angeles murder trial, this film follows the case of members of a Mexican-American gang, led by Henry Reyna (Daniel Valdez), as they are tried and sentenced to San Quentin for a murder they may not have committed. ~ Iotis Erlewine, Rovi

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Starring:
Daniel Valdez, Edward James Olmos, (more)
Director(s):
Luis Valdez
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Member Reviews

Consuelo V.

I enjoyed this play in a movie format. It had some great music and some over the top outfits that gave it a great vibe. Edward James Olmos is creepy and magnetic in this, it's hard to take your eyes off him! It get's a little slow and drawn out in the middle but kind of provocative and dramatic in the end.

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Arturo M.

As of May 26th, 2012 this little gem still holds it's own, maybe a musical might not be a bad idea at this late date -- James Olmos rocks !! as el Lead Pachuco. I love him, what an actor. In a Class by itself - cast, music, script, Director the finest available for its time 1981 -- Olmos rules !! -an awesome time to be a Puchuko --Orale Guey ..

Yes   |   No


Amy W.

A brilliant play within a film. When that style is done well, it's magic. Amazing acting and directing. I wish I'd been able to see the stage production. I didn't know about this trial or the situations behind it, so it was also a great American history lesson. Why this kind of story isn't in the history books is beyond me. Best part: I still can't stop humming some of those songs!

Yes   |   No


Oscar A.

Great use of a stage production turned into a film. Fun musical.

Yes   |   No


Danielle G.

I was looking for dancing and era movie style it was interesting sometimes but mostly it was about the struggle a latino had with himself and the times of the world at the 1940's era. i would not recommend this to someone looking for entertainment of the music and dance style

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    Consuelo V.

    I enjoyed this play in a movie format. It had some great music and some over the top outfits that gave it a great vibe. Edward James Olmos is creepy and magnetic in this, it's hard to take your eyes off him! It get's a little slow and drawn out in the middle but kind of provocative and dramatic in the end.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Arturo M.

    As of May 26th, 2012 this little gem still holds it's own, maybe a musical might not be a bad idea at this late date -- James Olmos rocks !! as el Lead Pachuco. I love him, what an actor. In a Class by itself - cast, music, script, Director the finest available for its time 1981 -- Olmos rules !! -an awesome time to be a Puchuko --Orale Guey ..

    Yes   |   No

     
    Amy W.

    A brilliant play within a film. When that style is done well, it's magic. Amazing acting and directing. I wish I'd been able to see the stage production. I didn't know about this trial or the situations behind it, so it was also a great American history lesson. Why this kind of story isn't in the history books is beyond me. Best part: I still can't stop humming some of those songs!

    Yes   |   No

     
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