Burden of Dreams

"Without dreams we would be cows in a field, and I don't want to live like that. I live my life or I end my life with this project."

Release Year: 1982

Director: Les Blank

Review: To understand Herzog films you must first understand Herzog.  This is probably an oversimplification since I'm not sure anyone can understand Herzog.  He is an absolutely driven, purely passionate and completely insane character.  Herzog the man is just as interesting as his films.  To truly appreciate his films, you need to read the stories about making the film.  There may not be a better example of Herzog, the glorious madman, then 'Burden of Dreams' a documentary on the making of 'Fitzcarraldo'.  Herzog takes no shortcuts, makes no excuses, and just goes for it.  If you ever wanted too see what it means to really throw yourself into your work then look no further than Herzog's obsession with completing this film.  This behind the scenes look is absolutely captivating.
Rating: 4/5