Zoot Suit (1981): Luis Valdez Tale of Mexican-American Gang in L.A.

Zoot Suit follows the members of a Mexican-American gang, led by Henry Reyna (Daniel Valdez), as they are tried and sentenced to San Quentin for a murder they claim they had not committed.

Based on a 1940s Los Angeles murder trial, which was also done as a stage play, Zoot is directed by Luis Valdez.

Running time: 104 minutes

Released:  October 2, 1981

DVD:  May 27, 2003

Universal Home Video