1991 is a coming-of-age movie that follows the story of a 21-year-old named Ricardo, who travels to Europe for the first time. He isn't interested in touring the major cities but wants to find his high school crush, Marie-Eve Bernard. Ricardo is desperate to find Marie-Eve and so sets off on a thrilling adventure with only a few leads and a sense of determination.
The film takes us through Ricardo's journey as he travels through France, Spain, and Italy, encountering many interesting characters along the way, including a beautiful Italian woman who he falls in love with, an American tourist who helps him navigate new cities, and a group of backpackers who help him get to his destination.
Despite all the obstacles he faces, Ricardo never gives up on his quest to find Marie-Eve. Along the way, he learns valuable life lessons about friendship, love, and perseverance.
The movie is a beautiful tribute to the adventurous spirit of youth and is directed by Ricardo Trogi, who also wrote the screenplay. It is part of a trilogy that includes 1981 and 1987, both of which recount other events in Ricardo's life.
