The Road to San Diego

When Tati learns from friends that Maradona is suffering heart problems and is recuperating at the Swiss-Argentine Hospital in Buenos Aires, he decides to deliver a special piece of wood he found that resembles Maradona. It is his way of showing devotion to his hero, a tangible token meant to bridge the distance between a devoted fan and the legendary footballer he admires.

Yes. After traveling from Misiones Province to Buenos Aires on foot, by bus, and by ambulance, Tati finally reaches the Swiss-Argentine Hospital where Maradona is recuperating. He presents the wooden piece as a tribute, fulfilling his personal quest to connect with his hero.

The story establishes early on that Tati's devotion to Maradona is all-consuming, he wears the number 10 kit, has a tattoo, and his parrots even shout Maradona's name.

The unusual piece of wood that Tati chooses to deliver resembles Maradona himself. It becomes a symbolic vessel for Tati's lifelong devotion, a physical manifestation of his admiration that transforms a simple object into a meaningful token of connection between a fan and his idol.

Tati undertakes the journey using multiple modes of transportation. He starts on foot, traversing landscapes and enduring physical strain. He then rides buses through the countryside, exchanging stories with fellow travelers. At points, he uses an ambulance to shorten the distance and add urgency to his pilgrimage.

Maradona is recuperating at the Swiss-Argentine Hospital in Buenos Aires due to heart problems. The news of his health issues is what triggers Tati's decision to embark on his mission of delivering the wooden tribute.

Tati's devotion goes beyond typical fandom. He wears a kit with Maradona's number 10, has a large 10 tattooed on his back, and keeps two parrots that shout Maradona's name. His friends even joke that he is more married to Maradona than to his pregnant wife. He also stores vast knowledge of Maradona's statistics and life stories.

The movie is a fictional comedy and is not based on a true story. It is an Argentine film that uses the whimsical premise of a fan's pilgrimage to explore themes of devotion, fandom, and human connection through humor and heart.

Tati encounters a succession of moments that test his resolve, reveal the kindness of strangers, and deepen his understanding of what it means to embark on a quest for someone he admires. The path includes small challenges, shared smiles, and fleeting encounters that illuminate the stubborn, hopeful spirit driving his pilgrimage.

Tati Benítez lives in the Misiones Province of Argentina. He was a lumberjack who was recently laid off and now makes a living by collecting wood for Silva, an artisan. He is married to his pregnant wife.

The film has a warm, grounded, and whimsical tone. It is a comedy that celebrates the protagonist's quirky obsession and the nature of his quest. The tone captures the quiet dignity of ordinary lives pushed toward an extraordinary act of admiration, with a blend of humor, resilience, and Argentine cultural rituals.