Bound by Honor
Based on the true life experiences of poet Jimmy Santiago Baca, the film focuses on half-brothers Paco and Cruz, and their bi-racial cousin Miklo. It opens in 1972, as the three are members of an East L.A. gang known as the "Vatos Locos", and the story focuses on how a violent crime and the influence of narcotics alter their lives. Miklo is incarcerated and sent to San Quentin, where he makes a "home" for himself. Cruz becomes an exceptional artist, but a heroin addiction overcomes him with tragic results. Paco becomes a cop and an enemy to his "carnal", Miklo.
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Official Trailer: Blood In, Blood Out (1993)
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Where can I watch Bound by Honor in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Bound by Honor?
Bound by Honor scores 8.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Bound by Honor?
Bound by Honor stars Damian Chapa, Jesse Borrego, Benjamin Bratt, Enrique Castillo, and Victor Rivers. Taylor Hackford is the director.
How long is Bound by Honor?
Bound by Honor runs 3h 10m (190 minutes).
When did Bound by Honor come out?
Bound by Honor was released on February 5, 1993.
Which studio made Bound by Honor?
Bound by Honor was produced by Hollywood Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Bound by Honor?
Bound by Honor was made on a budget of $35,000,000.
How much did Bound by Honor make at the box office?
Bound by Honor grossed $4,500,000 worldwide, against a budget of $35,000,000.
What languages is Bound by Honor in?
Bound by Honor is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
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