The Motorcycle Diaries (2003) Reviews

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Starring:
Gael GarcĂ­a BernalRodrigo de la Serna, (more)
Director(s):
Walter Salles, Jr.
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Category:
Drama
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Laura H.

This was a beautiful and inspirational movie about a life-changing trip. It's funny how travel will open your eyes to the world. I am not terribly educated regarding the life and activities of Che, but this story of his early life opens your eyes to the suffering of the indigenous people of South America. You truly feel the anger and rage that would change the young Che into the revolutionary he became.

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Sam G.

An awe inspiring glimpse into the life of a man who changed the world forever after the world changed him. A real thought provoking film that extracts the adventurous spirit in all of us. By the ...
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An awe inspiring glimpse into the life of a man who changed the world forever after the world changed him. A real thought provoking film that extracts the adventurous spirit in all of us. By the end, I wanted to shake Che's hand, save the world, and buy a motorcycle.
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OldestChild

This was a beautifully filmed and well executed movie. The acting was top notch. The story follows the diaries of Che Guavara and his friend Alberto Granado when they were in their 20s back in 1952 ...
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This was a beautifully filmed and well executed movie. The acting was top notch. The story follows the diaries of Che Guavara and his friend Alberto Granado when they were in their 20s back in 1952 and took "The Mighty One", an old beat up motorcycle and began a journey across South America. How they and their thoughts and feelings change during that journey through the events they lived and people they met along the way, including the leper colony in the Amazon where they both volunteered is what the movie is all about. The Special Features are wonderful as well - in particular the interview with Alberto Granado his friend he traveled with who is shown with his wife and children & grandchildren as he is today is the cherry on the cake on this DVD. I cannot review this without also mentioning the wonderful soundtrack..just perfection. I would highly recommend this movie to all.
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Stephanie H.

I didn't know if I was going to like this movie or not, but I ended up loving it. It was a very moving movie. The acting is great, the scenery is beautiful and it gives you a whole different view on ...
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I didn't know if I was going to like this movie or not, but I ended up loving it. It was a very moving movie. The acting is great, the scenery is beautiful and it gives you a whole different view on life. It opens up your eyes to the injustice and oppression that many people face and that many people just don't care about or don't want to deal with. You learn why Che Guevara does what he does when he grows up. Definitely recommend it.
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Reverend Katherine A.

A warm story of friendship and explaining the seeds of "Che's" desire to fight for change.

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Angela W.

Fantastic, amazing movie, depicts a man that finds his purpose in life beautifully.

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Jen T.

This is a story that should leave the viewer thinking long after the movie ends. The movie is very entertaining but it also provides insight into a major figure in the 20th century through solid ...
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This is a story that should leave the viewer thinking long after the movie ends. The movie is very entertaining but it also provides insight into a major figure in the 20th century through solid storytelling and acting. Very good.
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David R.

This movie is worth watching for the scenery alone. It also has a great deal of entertainment and educational value. On the minus side having to read subtitles bugged me a bit.

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Susan S.

I consider myself a fairly intelligent person but I had a hard time getting through this movie. After turning it off and going back to it twice I finally gave up...

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Michael T.

Fell asleep every 5 minutes. Boring....boring....boring.....I would rather watch C-Span at 2AM....more excitement there. Definitely not worth it. Not sure why all the good reviews?

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