Fitzcarraldo

Release Year: 1982
Review: There is something about Herzog's work that lingers with you long after you finish watching it. The way in which he labors in his film making, ensuring the most authentic experience, impacts the viewer more than any use of special effects ever could. Fitzarraldo is a fine example of the effort Herzog puts forth. He literally drags a boat over a mountain for the filming leading even Werner to call himself the "Conquistador of the Useless". The story itself is in a way a mirror of his filming processes. An inspiring story about a slightly insane man determined to do the impossible in order to raise money to build an opera house. The distinctly Herzogian journey which the film takes you on is beautiful, strange and rewarding-- and worth every minute.
Rating: 5/5