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.
Editor's Verdict
"The movie 'Bound by Honor' (also known as 'My Family') is a sprawling crime drama covering decades of the main characters' lives. There is no indication in the plot summary that the Christmas season plays any role in the setting, plot progression, thematic focus, or resolution. It contains none of the required elements for a Christmas movie classification."
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