Selena (1997)

Selena
Director: Gregory Nava
Starring: Jennifer Lopez  Jackie Guerra  Constance Marie  Alex Meneses  Jon Seda
Year of release: 1997
Running time: 122 Min.
Age restriction: ALL
Category: Biography  Drama  Music  

“Selena” tells the story of Latin Queen Selena Quintanilla-Perez, who was the most popular Latin Singer at the time of her tragic death at the age of only 23 years in 1995. The film tells the story of the singer as she is accidently discovered by her own father at the age of 10. Her life story takes off when Jennifer Lopez accurately portrays Selena through her unforgettable concerts, her family struggles, and her secret marriage to her guitarist Chris Perez.

Awards: Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 8 wins & 5 nominations