El Che and Tracing Che (1997)
3h 7min
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- Synopsis:
Ernesto 'Che' Guevara de la Serna represents one of the most enduring images of a political leader. His legendary character has been the inspiration for millions of people over the last fifty years. Lawrence Elman, a Canadian director, went in search of the man behind the myth. He embarked on the journey that gave Che his name. A trip through South America on an old Norton motorcycle. Che chronicled this trip during a break from medical school in a book called 'The Motorcycle Diaries'. Lawrence encounters Che's family and oldest friends who shed light on this true icon of the 20th century. From the cousin who tells of Ernesto's chronic lack of hygiene to the tragedy of being rejected by a woman who is still believed to be his first love. This is a film that discovers humanity, passion and the free spirit of a young 22-year-old whose eyes were forced open on a relentless road trip. - Actors:
- El Che
- Directors:
- Lawrence Elman
- Studio:
- Castle Home Video
- Genres:
- Documentary
- Countries:
- Canada
