Review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) by Jeremy F — 05 Jun 2007

Surreal and incredible, a film about what it means to strive with the impossible.

This review of Fitzcarraldo (1982) was written by Jeremy F on 05 Jun 2007.

Fitzcarraldo has generally received very positive reviews.

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