Drama,Action,Crime
United States of America
El Chicano is a 2019 crime drama film directed by Ben Hernandez Bray. The movie is about two twin brothers, Diego and Pedro Hernandez, who grow up in East Los Angeles and choose to take different paths in life. Diego becomes a cop, while Pedro becomes a gang member.
The film begins with Diego, who is struggling to come to terms with the death of his twin brother Pedro. He decides to investigate a string of violent murders in his neighborhood, which leads him to discover that Pedro may have been involved in some of the crimes.
As Diego delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a large-scale drug operation being run by a notorious gang leader known as "Big Evil". He realizes that Pedro was trying to take down Big Evil and his criminal enterprise before his death.
Diego decides to take matters into his own hands and works to bring Big Evil to justice while also reconciling with his past and the loss of his brother. The film explores themes of family, loyalty, and the cycle of violence in inner-city neighborhoods.
El Chicano features an all-Latino cast, including Raúl Castillo, George Lopez, and Aimee Garcia. The movie was well-received by critics and audiences for its gritty portrayal of life in East LA and its exploration of Latino identity.
