Product Description

When Antonio (Mario Lopez) emerges from prison on his 21st birthday, the streets of East L.A. are meaner than ever. Trying to rebuild the life he left behind, Antonio needs as many friends as he can get. Soon he finds himself in too deep with Armando de la Rosa, a powerful crime boss. And when de la Rosa begins giving Antonio "jobs" that blur the line between right and wrong, Antonio questions his loyalty. But de la Rosa is not taking no for an answer and Antonio soon discovery that nothing, not even prison, prepares you for survival on the Eastside.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #99001 in DVD
• Released on: 2001-03-20
• Rating: R (Restricted)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 94 minutes

Customer Reviews

Mario's Big Break
This is a surprisingly thoughtful movie about a flawed, but decent young man torn between the life of easy money and upward mobility that a mob boss offers him or staying true to the impoverished community where he came from. Mario Lopez gives a very well-acted performance in what should be a star-making role for him. He also demonstrates the kind of charisma and physical presence to be an action hero in feature films. Hollywood producers should take note.

A very inspiring story
I have seen Mario on TV for years. So I thought of buying this DVD. After watching it I was truly insipred by the story and the acting in this movie. The story is great and original, and Mario is terrific. I am amazed that he hasn't hit the big screen in big way, yet. But with this movie if the right people are watching, he will, I am certain. He has all the making of a super action hero. I would definitely recommend this movie to people who like uplifting and inspiring stories.

Great Story and acting...
This movie rocks! Mario - you are ready now for big time superstar hero status. Mr Ravi Chopra's story is very original and very inspiring. Great movie.