# The Motorcycle Diaries (2004)

> Two young Argentine travelers cross South America by motorcycle and discover that the continent's human suffering can transform a private adventure into a moral awakening.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1098

## Facts

- Runtime: 126 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Walter Salles
- Cast: Gael García Bernal, Rodrigo de la Serna, Mercedes Morán, Mía Maestro, Jean Pierre Noher, Lucas Oro, Marina Glezer, Sofia Bertolotto
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0318462/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: lyrical, warm, contemplative, reflective evening, travel inspiration

## Synopsis

A transformative journey across South America ignites a revolutionary spirit.

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