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La Mission (2008)

La Mission (2008)
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A reformed ex-convict and lowrider car aficionado kicks his beloved son out of the house after discovering that the boy has been living a secret life in Sundance Film Festival veteran Peter Bratt's heartfelt family drama. Che (Benjamin Bratt) is out of prison and on the straight and narrow. Still, every day is a struggle as he battles alcoholism and drives a bus in order to support his family. When the workday is done, Che and his friends, the "Mission Boyz," pass the time by restoring junked cars to mint condition. Feared by his peers yet deeply respected as the toughest Chicano on the block, Che is the kind of guy whose entire existence is defined by his macho reputation. There's no one in the world that Che loves more than his adolescent son, Jesse (Jeremy Ray Valdez), but both father and son are about to discover that love isn't exactly unconditional. Upon discovering that Jesse has been living a secret life, Che flies into a violent rage, assaulting the boy and kicking him out onto the street. Meanwhile, Che's attractive and headstrong neighbor Lena (Erika Alexander) challenges the ultra-macho gearhead to step back for a minute and take stock of the life he thought he had. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Benjamin BrattErika Alexander, (more)
Director(s):
Peter Bratt
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of La Mission

A reformed ex-convict and lowrider car aficionado kicks his beloved son out of the house after discovering that the boy has been living a secret life in Sundance Film Festival veteran Peter Bratt's heartfelt family drama. Che (Benjamin Bratt) is out of prison and on the straight and narrow. Still, every day is a struggle as he battles alcoholism and drives a bus in order to support his family. When the workday is done, Che and his friends, the "Mission Boyz," pass the time by restoring junked cars to mint condition. Feared by his peers yet deeply respected as the toughest Chicano on the block, Che is the kind of guy whose entire existence is defined by his macho reputation. There's no one in the world that Che loves more than his adolescent son, Jesse (Jeremy Ray Valdez), but both father and son are about to discover that love isn't exactly unconditional. Upon discovering that Jesse has been living a secret life, Che flies into a violent rage, assaulting the boy and kicking him out onto the street. Meanwhile, Che's attractive and headstrong neighbor Lena (Erika Alexander) challenges the ultra-macho gearhead to step back for a minute and take stock of the life he thought he had. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
116 mins

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Director(s):
Peter Bratt
Writer(s):
Peter Bratt
Producer(s):
Peter BrattAlpita PatelBenjamin Bratt
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Categories:
Drama
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Mary C.

    Che (Benjamin Bratt) is macho personified yet he shows that he has a sensitive side which Hispanic males do not like to reveal. The acting is superb and it gives us a great insight into the Mexican American culture as seen thru the eyes of two generations.

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    Aida A.

    I saw this movie the first day it was released and Benjamin Bratt actually showed up for a Q&A after the movie. I really think this movies captures the essence of a lifestyle that is sometimes misunderstood. I grew up in the 70's when everyone I knew had a lowrider. This really took me back to that time when things were a little simpler and carefree.

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    Janet G.

    Loved this movie! About time we hear from another of the civilizations destroyed by the European conquerors. Hey, I'm 100% 3rd generation Hungarian/American. I wish my Magyars hadn't been christianized so long ago that our true culture was lost. Beautiful movie. Every character portrayed sympathetically. More please!

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