Selena
1997, Biography/Drama, 2h 7m
48 Reviews 100,000+ RatingsWhat to know
critics consensus
Selena occasionally struggles to tell its subject's story with depth or perspective, but those flaws are rendered largely irrelevant by Jennifer Lopez in the title role. Read critic reviews
You might also like
See More
Dirty Dancing

My Best Friend's Wedding

Four Weddings and a Funeral

Sleepless in Seattle

Kate & Leopold
Where to watch
Selena Videos
Selena Photos
Movie Info
In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla (Jennifer Lopez) is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham (Edward James Olmos), realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez (Jon Seda), who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.
Cast & Crew
Jennifer Lopez
Selena Quintanilla
Selena Quintanilla
Edward James Olmos
Abraham Quintanilla
Abraham Quintanilla
Jon Seda
Chris Perez
Chris Perez
Constance Marie
Marcela Quintanilla
Marcela Quintanilla
Jacob Vargas
Abie Quintanilla
Abie Quintanilla
Lupe Ontiveros
Yolanda Saldivar
Yolanda Saldivar
News & Interviews for Selena
Critic Reviews for Selena
Audience Reviews for Selena
-
Nov 18, 2011Even if you don't know who Selena is you can still watch this film. This film presented a week plot with decent acting. If your going to make a film about how a female becomes a pop artist then why not focus mostly on what she had to do to accomplish such success. This film shows unnecessary stuff like her concert performances and dialogue that has nothing to do with the conflict. The most unnecessary part was the two guys in the low rider. It would have been way better if they focused on the romance between Selena and her boyfriend. Then towards the end when Selena dies the audience can connect with her more and feel for her family and boyfriend. They could have made the ending better and more dramatic. If you'r a fan of Selena or Jennifer Lopez then you should watch this.Eduardo T Super Reviewer
-
Aug 05, 2011Even if you have never listened to her music, you will still appreciate this film.Eric A Super Reviewer
-
Jun 23, 2011Heartbreaking! A must see!Bethany M Super Reviewer
-
Dec 17, 2009The story of a girl who had the spirit to believe in a dream and the courage to make it come true.Wahida K Super Reviewer
Verified