Young has frequently cast Edward James Olmos in his movies, directing him in "Alambrista!" (1977), "Saving Grace" (1986), "Triumph of the Spirit" (1989), "Talent for the Game" (1991), "Roosters" (1993), "Slave of Dreams" (1995) and "Caught" (1996). He produced Olmos's directorial debut, "American Me" (1992).