Selena 1997

The true story of Selena, a Texas-born Tejano singer who rose from cult status to performing at the Astrodome, as well as having chart-topping albums on the Latin music charts, selena 1997.

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Selena 1997

Selena is an epic biographical drama movie. It was released on March 21, , by Warner Bros. Gregory Nava was the director and the screenwriter. The movie is about the singer Selena. She was murdered at age 23 by her friend, an ex- employee of her clothing stores. The movie also describes how Selena started in the music business and her family's problems. Jennifer Lopez starred as Selena, and many music critics believe this movie made Lopez famous. Selena was produced by Abraham Quintanilla, Jr. Selena's father , Moctesuma Esparza and Robert Katz. The movie soundtrack contained two unreleased songs, two tribute songs and two melodies. It reached number seven on the US Billboard chart. It was certified platinum for shipments of one million copies in the United States.

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In , it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant", [2] and was re-released in select cinemas on April 7, , to coincide with the film's 25th anniversary. In , young Abraham Quintanilla Jr. They perform for a Mexican-American nightclub, but a riot ensues when they do not perform the audience's preferred Tejano music, but rather American pop "Oldies Medley". Initially reluctant, the children enjoy making music " We Belong Together ". Moving to Corpus Christi, Texas , the band goes on the road to support the family. After lackluster reception at a carnival, Selena begins adding more dance and personality into her acts. The band's success grows following local performances.

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Selena 1997

Jennifer Lopez sizzles in this biography of Tejano music sensation Selena Quintanilla Perez , beginning with the height of her fame and tracing back in time through her multicultural background in Texas and her music-rich upbringing under her father's guidance. Close Ad. New This Month.

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Audience Member uncredited A. Latino American cinema an encyclopedia of movies, stars, concepts, and trends. Chris' Friend Michael Guerrero Box Office Mojo. He tells them that Selena has died. Read Edit View history. Create a list ». Self - Dinos 's. Her Music Selena told him that she was scared for the first time, while Chris tells Selena that he loves her.

Although the healthcare team tried to revive Selena, she died of hypovolemic shock at Corpus Christi Memorial Hospital at age The Latino community was deeply affected by the news of Selena's death; some people traveled thousands of miles to visit her home, boutiques, and the crime scene, while churches with large congregations of Latinos held prayers in her name.

It was certified platinum for shipments of one million copies in the United States. Self - Dinos 's Don Shelton Moreno Jr. Retrieved 22 Jan They also told him that Nava was the right guy. Selena went to her father's house the next day. Osborne Suzanne Parham Lopetegui also stated that "Where Did the Feeling Go? Monterrey Reporter. Retrieved July 31, Create a list ».