Road movies occupy a significant place in world cinema, showing the protagonist's journey in search of freedom or escape from social restrictions. Characterized by the theme of freedom and discovery of identity through physical movement, this genre reflects the American fascination with the road and represents an important contribution to American film culture. The Road movie is often considered part of the adventure genre, and its creation is connected with the development of the automobile industry in the USA. Classic examples include Easy Rider (1969) and Thelma and Louise (1991), which significantly influenced Hollywood cinema. Croatia quickly followed world trends, especially during the late 60s and 70s. Croatian Road film reflects the complex interaction between form and content, shaped by social, economic and political factors. An analysis of Croatian Road films from the 1950s to 2017, including the films H-8, Train without a timetable, An Event, Stela, Mondo Bobo, When the Dead Start Singing, All for Free and A Brief Excursion, shows how directors experimented with artistic freedom and reflected the transition of characters within specific social contexts.