Mumbai: &flix is the one stop destination for all Hollywood lovers in India. Catering to all age groups and choices, the channel brings across genres and timelines. This week, on Sunday, the channel is all set to telecast the 1987 biographical film La Bamba based on the life of American guitarist Ritchie Valens. Filled with drama and some very well-crafted tunes, the film is a must watch for all music enthusiasts and will run on &flix at 9 PM on 21 May. The film is a heart touching story highlighting the importance of family and a journey to make dreams come true.
La Bamba covers the Mexican American Ritchie Valens' rise from poverty in California to becoming a rock n roll superstar at the young age of 17 only to lose it all within eight months as he succumbs to a plane crash. The film also focuses on Ritchie's friendship and rivalry with his older brother Bob Morales and his relationship with Donna Ludwig, his girlfriend.