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"Che" is a 2008 biographical film directed by Steven Soderbergh, consisting of two parts: "The Argentine" and "Guerrilla". Starring Benicio del Toro as the Marxist revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara, the film offers a clinically detailed, chronological account of his militant campaigns. The first half focuses on the Cuban Revolution and Guevara's role in overthrowing Fulgencio Batista's regime alongside Fidel Castro. The second half shifts to Bolivia, chronicling his failed attempt to spark a similar revolution and his eventual execution.

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How is Steven Soderbergh's Che divided?

The 2008 film is split into two parts, The Argentine and Guerrilla. Together they follow Ernesto Che Guevara from the Cuban Revolution to his failed campaign in Bolivia.

Who plays Che Guevara in Che?

Benicio del Toro plays Ernesto Che Guevara. His performance won the Best Actor award at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, which also screened the film in its two-part form.

Does Che cover the Cuban Revolution?

The Argentine covers Guevara's role in the Cuban Revolution, including the campaign led by Fidel Castro. Guerrilla later follows his attempt to organize an insurgency in Bolivia.

Why does Che feel different from a conventional biopic?

Soderbergh presents events in a restrained, chronological style and avoids turning Guevara into a simple hero or villain. The film emphasizes military decisions, political goals, and the physical demands of guerrilla warfare.

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