Chevolution (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2008, Chevolution is a documentary film directed by Luis Lopez, running about 86 minutes. “The image that launched a thousand t-shirts…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Examines the history and legacy of the photo Guerrillero Heroico taken by famous Cuban photographer Alberto Díaz Gutiérrez. This image has thrived for the decades since Che Guevara's death and has evolved into an iconic image, which represents a multitude of ideals. The documentary film explores the story of how the photo came to be, its adoption of multiple interpretations and meanings, as well as the commercialization of the image of Ernesto "Che" Guevara.
Who’s in it. Chevolution stars Gerry Adams as Himself, Antonio Banderas, Gael García Bernal and Che Guevara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Chevolution has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, Dox Amazon Channel and Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chevolution page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chevolution tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chevolution (2008)?
- In US, Chevolution is available to stream on YouTube TV, Dox Amazon Channel and Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Chevolution worth watching?
- Chevolution holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chevolution?
- Chevolution stars Gerry Adams, Antonio Banderas, Gael García Bernal, Che Guevara and Tom Morello.