American Me (1992)

Director: Edward James Olmos
Cast: Danny De La Paz, Dyana Ortelli, Edward James Olmos, Panchito Gómez, Pepe Serna, Sal Lopez, Steve Wilcox, William Forsythe

Synopsis:

During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana 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.