Review of Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) by Art S — 22 Jan 2013
In recreating this 16th century expedition by Spanish conquistadors to the Amazon, Werner Herzog has created something very special. A film of incredible images of great beauty that possess even greater power because we know that the team of film-makers and actors endured hardships to create them.
They really did climb down that mountain, ride the rafts (with horse and monkeys) in the rapids, and endure the mania of Klaus Kinski. The music of Popol Vuh, while not as awe-inspiring as in other Herzog films, adds to the trance-inducing atmosphere of some scenes.
Worth the trip.
This review of Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) was written by Art S on 22 Jan 2013.
Aguirre, the Wrath of God has generally received very positive reviews.
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