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2017119 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Historical Figures

El Che

2017119 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Ernesto 'Che' Guevara's life unfolds through key locations and interviews with acquaintances, detailing his influence on Cuba's politics and legacy.

Historical Figures

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Matías Gueilburt

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Ernesto 'Che' Guevara's life unfolds through key locations and interviews with acquaintances, detailing his influence on Cuba's politics and legacy.

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Matías Gueilburt

Matías Gueilburtdirector

Nicolás Gueilburt

Nicolás Gueilburtwriter

Paco Ignacio Taibo II

Paco Ignacio Taibo IIcast

Jacobo Árbenz

Jacobo Árbenzcast

Che Guevara

Che Guevaracast

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Paco Ignacio Taibo II travels to significant locations in the life of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara. He conducts interviews with people who knew Guevara, revealing details about his role in Cuba's politics. The documentary recounts key events that shaped Guevara's ideology. It also addresses the controversies surrounding his actions and legacy. Released in 2017, "El Che" runs for 119 minutes and features perspectives from Argentina and Cuba.

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