Danny De La Paz is an accomplished actor of stage and screen whose motion picture credits include Boulevard Nights and American Me. Known for his portrayal of cholos or gang members, Latinopia was surprised to find that Danny had to “learn” how to portray a cholo.
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Posted in Cinema/TV,LATINOPIA CINEMAJanuary 9, 20115 comments
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Dear Becky, thanks for your visit. Future Danny De La Paz interviews will include him talking about his electrifying role in American Me.
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this is a real firme website.teal good interviews
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Never would of known Danny n yes the movie is used as a tool for teaching. great interview
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Great interview! Brilliant Actor, well said DDLP!
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Becky Contaoi January 10, 2011
Great Commentary. Surprising to know of Danny's background, never would have known it!