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Bound by Honor

Bound by Honor (1993)

An epic story of three brothers. Bound by blood. Divided by fate. Driven by destiny.

Radar 50Stable signalUS:R3h 10mCrime · Drama · Thriller

The Radar read

A middle-of-the-pack signal worth a look, with a decent sample behind its rating.

Synopsis

Based on the true life experiences of poet Jimmy Santiago Baca, the film focuses on half-brothers Paco and Cruz, and their bi-racial cousin Miklo. It opens in 1972, as the three are members of an East L.A. gang known as the "Vatos Locos", and the story focuses on how a violent crime and the influence of narcotics alter their lives. Miklo is incarcerated and sent to San Quentin, where he makes a "home" for himself. Cruz becomes an exceptional artist, but a heroin addiction overcomes him with tragic results. Paco becomes a cop and an enemy to his "carnal", Miklo.

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✗ Not for kidsAdults only · US R
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Radar score50/100
Quality signal71/100
Audience rating8.2
Votes counted1,583
Trust signalStable signal

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