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In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.
Movie · 7.4 / 10 · 406 ratings · 13 Mar 1992 · English · 2h 5m · Released
During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.
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