Che: Roadshow Parts 1 & 2 March 26, 2009

2008, Rated R, 257 Minutes

Directed by Steven Soderbergh
Director Steven Soderbergh retraces the life of the iconic Cuban revolutionary, Che Guevara, across the span of two feature-length films: “The Argentine” and “Guerrilla.” “The Argentine” begins on November 26, 1956, as Fidel Castro (Demián Bichir) sails into Cuban waters with 80 rebels in tow. Among those rebels is Argentine doctor Ernesto “Che” Guevara (Benicio Del Toro), a man who shares Castro’s dream of overthrowing corrupt dictator Fulgencio Batista. As the struggle gets under way, Guevara proves an indispensable part of the revolution due to his firm grasp on the concepts of guerilla warfare. Guevara is heartily embraced by both his comrades and the Cuban people, and quickly rises through the ranks to become first a commander, and ultimately a revolutionary hero.
Part two of the saga, “Guerrilla” begins with Guevara at the absolute peak of his fame and power. Disappearing suddenly, Guevara subsequently resurfaces in Bolivia to organize a modest group of Cuban comrades and Bolivian recruits in preparation for the Latin American Revolution. The tenacity, sacrifice, and idealism displayed by Guevara during this period would make him a symbol of heroism to followers around the world.

Country of Origin: United States
Language: Spanish

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