Review of Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) by Daniel C — 22 Sep 2011

Everytime I watch it, I slip deeper into its strange, alienating, feverish universe.

This review of Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) was written by Daniel C on 22 Sep 2011.

Aguirre, the Wrath of God has generally received very positive reviews.

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