Bound by Honor

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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.

Tagline

“An epic story of three brothers. Bound by blood. Divided by fate. Driven by destiny.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Director

Taylor Hackford

Original Language

EN

What is Bound by Honor about?

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.

Who directed Bound by Honor?

Bound by Honor was directed by Taylor Hackford.

When was Bound by Honor released?

Bound by Honor was released on February 5, 1993.

How long is Bound by Honor?

Bound by Honor has a runtime of 3h 10m.

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