Review of Burden of Dreams (1982) by Paul J — 12 Jul 2008
This insane documentary about the making of Fitzcarraldo would make a wonderful companion piece to Hearts of Darkness. Herzog's ambition and maniacal drive are on full display in these very candid and completely engrossing film clips.
This covers only a portion of the filming of Herzog's masterpiece but it's still well worth checking out. From snake bites, chainsaws sawing off feet, piranhas biting off toes, Herzog being hunted by the government, prostitutes substituting for morphine and natives threatening to kill the lunatic known as Klaus Kinski.
It makes 99% of movie-making experiences seem trivial and humbling.
This review of Burden of Dreams (1982) was written by Paul J on 12 Jul 2008.
Burden of Dreams has generally received very positive reviews.
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