LAB CLASSICS: THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES
With the release of Walter Salles’ new film I’m Still Here, we’re bringing his beloved classic The Motorcycle Diaries back to the big screen. Starring Gael García Bernal in a career-defining role, the film blends adventure, politics, and self-discovery with breathtaking cinematography. Salles’ masterful storytelling captures both the exhilaration of travel and the awakening of a social conscience.
The Motorcycle Diaries is a poignant road movie that traces the transformative journey of a young Ernesto “Che” Guevara across South America. Directed by Walter Salles, the film captures the breathtaking landscapes and the stark social inequalities that shape Guevara’s growing political awareness. Gael García Bernal delivers a powerful performance, embodying the idealism and restlessness of a man on the verge of revolution. Based on Guevara’s real-life travel diaries, the film blends adventure, history, and self-discovery with lyrical beauty. With its evocative cinematography and heartfelt storytelling, The Motorcycle Diaries remains a deeply moving exploration of youth, identity, and the power of human connection.
