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On their journey they had many adventures - many very funny,
others moving - but above all they witnessed the terrible
conditions people lived in and that sparked Guevara's fight
for a more equal and fair deal for the common people.
Memorable chapters include a leper colony where the pair
worked to help those suffering that dreadful disease, and
they did so with courage and compassion.
And, it should be said, that as young fellows will they did
have a lot of fun with the ladies on their travels including
an incident with a drunken mechanic and his beautiful wife
at a dance.
Hey, who said socialists are all boring creatures?
The acting is first class. Bernal is very, very good, but
he is overshadowed by De La Serna's portrayal of his cousin.
His performance is outstanding as the funny, larrikin cousin
and it counterpoints Bernal's more serious, thoughtful role.
The Motorcycle Diaries is an excellent film well worthy of
the two hours it takes to watch and it should be said the
time flies by.
The photography is superb and the video transfer excellent.
How could a director go wrong with some truly stunning landscapes
in Argentina, Chile and Peru with which to work?
Give it a go, you'll be pleased you took the chance.
Conclusion: Movie 90% Extras: 0%
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