Luis Valdez

Born: 1940-06-26

Birthplace: Delano, California

Biography

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Luis Valdez (born June 26, 1940) is an American playwright, writer and film director.

He is regarded as the father of Chicano theater in the United States.

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Known For

Coco
La Bamba
Which Way Is Up?
Zoot Suit
The Cisco Kid
Corridos! Tales of Passion and Revolution
Fighting for Our Lives
The Sellouts
La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale
One for the Money: The Birth of Rock & Roll

Top Movie Credits

Coco Tío Berto / Don Hidalgo (voice)
La Bamba Writer
Which Way Is Up? Ramon Juarez
The Cisco Kid Screenplay