Carlito's Way

He's got a good future if he can live past next week.

Plot Summary

A Puerto-Rican ex-con, just released from prison, pledges to stay away from drugs and violence despite the pressure around him, and lead a better life outside NYC.

7.8 /10

1993

US

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