As a lifelong music enthusiast who vividly remembers the impact of Ritchie Valens’ music during my teenage years, I am thrilled to hear about the remake of “La Bamba.” The original film was more than just a biopic; it encapsulated the spirit and energy of an era that still resonates today.
Ritchie Valens is headed back to the big screen.
As a cinephile, I’ve had the pleasure of diving into an exciting collaboration between Mucho Mas Media and Sony Pictures, who are breathing new life into the critically acclaimed 1987 film “La Bamba,” originally nominated for Golden Globes. This time, we’re following in the footsteps of a true rock and roll icon.
In this new production, Luis Valdez, renowned for his work as a screenwriter and director, has signed up as an executive producer. Meanwhile, Jose Rivera, who has been recognized with Oscar nominations for his scripts (“The Motorcycle Diaries,” “On the Road”), is set to write the script for this upcoming project.
Lou Diamond Phillips played the role of Valens in the initial Columbia Pictures film that showcases the journey of a 17-year-old Mexican-American, from being a farm laborer to becoming a rock star with a series of popular singles and a fated destiny. Driven by Valens’ hit songs sung by the Grammy-winning band Los Lobos along with classic ’50s tunes, “La Bamba” re-enacts the exciting early era of rock music and honors the lasting influence of an exceptional artist whose music transcended all borders.
In 1988, “La Bamba” received nominations for two Golden Globe awards: best drama and song of the year. Fast forward to 2017, this film was honored by being added to the National Film Registry of the U.S. Library of Congress. This registry acknowledges films that hold significant cultural, historical, or artistic value.
Valens is widely recognized as a rock and roll legend, acclaimed globally for his popular tracks “Donna,” “We Belong Together,” and “La Bamba.” His swift rise to fame was tragically ended at the age of 17, following a plane crash that also took the lives of Buddy Holly and The Big Bopper. This event came to be known as “The Day the Music Died.”
“Valdez commented, ‘My 1987 film ‘La Bamba’, alongside the timeless rock and roll hits of Ritchie Valens, has remarkably stood the test of time. The untimely life and career of Richard Valenzuela still spark inspiration in fans across the globe. As more biographical facts emerge, a fresh cinematic perspective on his immortal seventeen years on Earth can only further strengthen his enduring legend.'”
Javier Chapa will be responsible for creating the content for Mucho Mas Media, whereas Sherrese Clarke Soares, Philip Braun, Robert Munoz, Simon Wise, Vincent Cordero, and Bruce Barshop will act as executive producers. Sony Music Mexico will collaborate with us creatively on the music for this film.
“Chapa expressed his gratitude and humility in recounting Ritche’s tale – the extraordinary journey of a young Latino man whose music and exceptional abilities touched so many hearts. Our aim is to honor and magnify the original production, just as Luis Valdez and the creators of ‘La Bamba’ made it iconic.”
Rivera is represented by UTA, Code Entertainment and Skrzyniarz & Mallean.
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2024-08-26 21:16