Selena (DVD, 1997)

What happened the day the music died?? Everyone wants to know, but sadly will never know! In this film you find out what Selenas early years were like..We get to watch as the cute little Mexican American played, laughed, cried, sang, danced and grew up..At the tender age of 9 Selena showed her Father how talented she really was and a star was born..We watched as Selena somewhat shy at a early age overcame that shyness to become one of the brightest stars to ever shine in the publics eye..Sadly just as she was about to realize her dream of a crossover album a single shot silenced her heart and her voice..while Selena still lives on through her music she left behind and the legacy of love she left her Family, Friends and Fans we will never know just how far her star would have risen..this film covers everything from her childhood, to her young adult life which sadly she never made it past..dead at the age of 23 just 2 weeks shy of her 24th Birthday Selena was cut down in her prime..what laid ahead for the Tejano beauty?.. superstardom, she already achieved that, Children? Grandchildren? We will never know..This film shows just how special Selena really was...I would have preferred to know more about her tragic murder and the consequences her killer faced during and after the trial, but in this film her Family chose to concentrate on only one thing the celebration of Selenas all too short life..a must see funny, engaging, sweet and oh so sad story about a beautiful Lady with true heart and soul who was taken from us far too soon..RIP Selena we love you!

Jennifer Lopez is supreme in the story of the Tejana performer, Selena Quintanilla Perez, who was just about to take the USA by storm when she was murdered by a woman that she trusted completely.

The story begins with Selena's father Abraham Quintanilla (played wonderfully by Edward James Olmos) and his frustration with having musical talent that just wouldn't take off. After a marriage and 4 children, he is still playing his songs on his guitar and singing on the back porch of his home in Texas.

Imagine his surprise when his second daughter starts singing with him; and he thinks that even at the age of nine, she really has talent. After that point everything revolves around Selena. Abraham buys band instruments, creates a family band, opens a restaurant with the children entertaining, starts going to state fairs, and finally on tour. Yes, Abraham loved his family and especially his daughter. She manages to get her way with him about everything: she wears bras (bustiers) when she performs, she convinces her father to play in Mexico when he has tremendous reservations, and she runs off to marry the guitar player in the band, Chris Perez (played by John Seda in a wonderful performance). I suppose, though, that any father would love such a great daughter as Selena--and especially one that made him rich.

Jennifer Lopez wears all the clothes worn by Selena and does the musician proud. We are so entertained that we get up and dance in our living rooms to the Mexican music especially. We even want to learn Spanish. My personal favorite song was "Como La Flor" (Like a Flower), which propelled Selena to #1 on the Mexican-American music charts. But don't forget "Bidi Bidi Bom Bom" and "Amor Prohibido" (Forbidden Love).

As the movie reaches its conclusion, we hear the two hits that Selena made in English: "I Could Fall in Love With You" and "I'm Dreaming."

This movie will make you happy when you see the love that she had for her mother, father, brothers, and sister--and they for her. You will be even happier as you see the romance develop between Selena and Chris Perez. And then you will be taken to the depth of sadness to realize that such a talented girl's life was so tragically ended at 23 years of age.

This movie is a marvelous movie for the family. You will want to take up salsa dancing when it is over--or at least to buy Selena's album--"Dreaming of You."

ireceived this item very fasr. It arrived new in sealed package. The price was great very reasonable as well as the shipping and handeling chargesd. It was a pleasure to do business with the seller and most likely will do business with again..........................................................................................................................

The thing that I didn't like about the dvdwas there was no dvd in case. was told it didn,t happen that way.

received the dvd in a reasonable time. All is well with it. I don't recall receiving the DVD too late, I believ in came within 7 days.

very realistic. Action filled and family type of movie.
Something the whole family would love to watch.Also a very sad ending so make sure you have plenty of tissues.

This movie really captures the essence of Selenas life..JLO did a great job as Selena..but there are a few mistakes such as Selenas Sister Suzi did not play during the Astrodome Concert as shown in the movie (she was sick)another mistake in this movie was Selena did not remove her jacket during the Houston Astrodome Concert during the beginning medly as shown, but instead during one of my fav. songs "Amore Prohibido" also the ages for the kids were waaay off the little girl who played Selena was perfect, but Selenas Sister was four years older..Sel was 9 when she began singing, but the child who played her sister could not have been more then 11..making her only 2 years older..Sels Brother was 8 years older then her which would have made him 17 when Sel was 9, but the Boy who played AB was clearly much younger then 17 in this movie..fact is he looks to be only about 12 or 13..another so called mistake many bring up is not a mistake at all..the scenes with Selena singing "Dreaming Of You" was not Sel singing the song in front of people (which yes she had never done before) as many Fans believe, but instead was meant to signify the dreams Sel told her Sister (at the beginning of the movie) and Mother (right before her brutal death) she was having..also Sel was shot while wearing a green jogging suit not the jeans and shirt seen in the movie and her nails were painted red not clear as seen in the movie..but despite the mistakes this movie will make you laugh, cry and dance in your livingroom..I definitely recommend this movie!!

I bought this movie because it's been on TV a lot and my 10 year old daughter really likes it. Seems like we either see the beginning or the end, but never manage to see the whole thing when it's on TV. I also admired Selena for who she was and became. It's a shame what happened to her, she had so much to live for. This is just a little way to remember her as well. I think it's a great movie!

My 10-year-old daughter saw part of this movie on TV and was absolutely mesmerized by her story. Truly wonderful story of a non-wealthy family working hard and sacrificing for each other ... and never giving up on dreams. Our local video stores didn't carry this movie ... and my daughter was ecstatic to find it under the Christmas tree. It's also helping her educationally by way of learning Spanish.

It is a clean movie that features great music, great actors/actresses and also gives an accurate portrayal of a very talented Latina singer. The movie teaches about the culture of a Latina in the United States and also the hard struggle it can be for immigrants. This movie makes a great unit for upper level HS Spanish classes!

e have seen the movie several times. the seller was great to deal with. Selena and her family lived a exciting and wonderful life. They like other had their down sides to life but they always stuck together as af amily. Which is somethign you dont see much anymore. I highly recommend this movie to anyone. Its ag reat family movie and a tear jerker at times.

I have first seen this movie about 4 years ago and was very touched by this talented latina singer. Her father always had a vision of making it into the music scene and involved his family into making them a traveling band that started out in many small venues. When he realized his daughter had a beautiful voice, she fronted the band. It is also a love story and the struggle of young love. It is unfortunate that her life was cut short by her supposed best friend who was the president of her fan club. I enjoyed her music so much, I bought two of her cd's I wish I had known of her when she was alive. Incidently, her story inspired Jennifer Lopez to venture into singing after playing the role of "Selena" in the movie. Jennifer, although of Puerto Rican descent, did an excellent job of playing Selena. My niece also has a copy.

Jennifer Lopez gives her best performance to date in this heartfelt story of the late and great Selena. The store develops as the father of a middle class hispanic family growing up in Texas. He involves his family in music finding out his youngest daughter is a singing sensation. He develops her and through her he lives his dream of being a musical star. Even though the story is widely known and told, the development of the characters is amazing and you really feel all the emotions of this magical movie.

Excellent retelling of this star's life, hopes and dreams. I wish she was still here so that she could still shine just as she did before.

i love the move and went my kids to see it was a very good move and there was no dislike about the show

very fast shipping. Was just what it said it was. I will buy from seller again. Arrived in good shape with no problems at all.

Thank you very much for the quick shipping and for the nice packaging. Honest seller. I recieved the dvd as described.

I have a friend that bought a DVD that had nasty stuff spilled all in the DVD case and was so scratched on both sides it wasn't even playable! It's listed in "acceptable" condition. How is that acceptable? He was told to read the guidelines set by Ebay, we did and no where in the "acceptable" condition does it sound like the condition this DVD was in. DON'T BUY FROM THIS SELLER IF YOU WANT A DECENT PRODUCT!!!

This company is very quick and reliable. I would definately recommend them to my friends!! The movie was in great condition

It is an ok movie i bought it for my G/F. She saw it on TV one day and said i haven't seen this movie in years and how much she loved the movie so i found it and bought it and she watched a like 3 or 4 times that day.

This movie will bring most people to tears but it is an all around feel good movie. It has many laughs and I have watched it many many times. Lopez does a great job in the movie and allowed me to fall in love with Selena and her family.

i NEVER RECEIVED THIS PRODUCT. i WAS TOLD MY MONEY WAS REFUNDED TO ME, SO I NEVER RECEIVED THIS PRODUCT. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS SELLER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bought it because i enjoyed when i saw it on tv. i thought it was a very sad but at the same time it was very interesting and enjoyable.

Selena was my favorite artist and this movie really gives a brief explanation to her tragic death. a true novel. a lot of details were left out but didnt take away from the movie.recommend to watch! R.I.P Selena