Review of The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) by Lee M — 21 Jun 2008

Unexpectedly brilliant... Bernal is superb, the locations are awesome and the story enthrawling.

This review of The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) was written by Lee M on 21 Jun 2008.

The Motorcycle Diaries has generally received very positive reviews.

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