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Upon its release, the film was met with mixed reviews. The New York Times called it “amiable and plodding,” chiding Marin for his cautiousness, while the Los Angeles Times called it “an...
Born in East L.A. is a 1987 American satirical comedy film written and directed by Cheech Marin in his feature film directorial debut, who also starred in the film.
Summary When a native-born American citizen of Mexican descent is mistakenly deported to Mexico, he has to risk everything to get back home. Comedy. Directed By: Cheech Marin. Written By: Cheech Marin. Born in East L.A. Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 10 Critic Reviews. 57. User Score Available after 4 ratings. tbd. My Score.
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Aug 21, 1987 · Born in East L.A.: Directed by Cheech Marin. With Cheech Marin, Paul Rodriguez, Daniel Stern, Kamala Lopez. When an L.A. born American citizen is mistaken for a Mexican illegal alien and deported to Mexico, he has to do everything he can to get across the border.
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It's an interesting skewering of the systems on both sides of the border that keep those seeking a better life impoverished and criminalized. Full Review | Jan 21, 2022. David Nusair Reel Film...
Sep 10, 2012 · Minus his old smoking partner Tommy Chong, writer/director/star Cheech Marin obviously put a lot into this story of a third generation Hispanic American who's unwittingly dumped back in Tijuana by...