Fitzcarraldo
A hypnotic, gruelling trudge through jungle obsession, equal parts absurd and awe-inspiring, that leaves you exhausted and strangely uplifted.
Same director: Werner Herzog · Tense, slow-burn · about madness and ambition
Aguirre, the Wrath of God
A hypnotic, suffocating descent into madness, with lush jungle imagery and a towering performance that feels like a fever dream.
About 1972 film by Werner Herzog
Genres drama, adventure
Directed by Werner Herzog
Written by Werner Herzog
Starring Klaus Kinski, Helena Rojo, Peter Berling, Ruy Guerra, Claus Biederstaedt, Christian Brückner, Del Negro, Michael Chevalier
Music Popol Vuh
Runtime 91 min
Country Mexico, Germany, Peru
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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