Bound by Honor (1993) movie poster

Bound by Honor (1993)

"An epic story of three brothers. Bound by blood. Divided by fate. Driven by destiny."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 95%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 64%, MC: 47) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Streaming
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Director
Runtime
3h
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
8.1/10 (1,493 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
Metacritic
47
Cast
Damian Chapa as Miklo
Enrique Castillo as Montana
Victor Rivers as Magic Mike
Delroy Lindo as Bonafide
Tom Towles as Red Ryder
Carlos Carrasco as Popeye
Yes. 95% of real audiences liked it based on 1,493 votes. Critics scored it lower at 56%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Bound by Honor, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The iconic poster for Bound by Honor was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Bound by Honor is a 1993 crime, action, drama film directed by Taylor Hackford. 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.

The film has been rated by 1,493 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a crime film, Bound by Honor delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Bound by Honor (1993) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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