Aguirre, the Wrath of God

Name: Aguirre, the Wrath of God
Director: Werner Herzog
Genre: History, Adventure, Drama
Released: 1972-01-01
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Klaus Kinski, Helena Rojo, Ruy Guerra, Peter Berling, Daniel Ades

1972Dir. Werner Herzog1h 35m

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Runtime1h 35m

Released1972

Budget$370K

Box office$37K

DirectorWerner Herzog

About This Movie

Aguirre, the Wrath of God is this haunting exploration of madness and ambition, set against the backdrop of the unforgiving Amazon. Herzog really nails that slow, creeping dread, as we watch Aguirre's descent into tyranny and madness. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the viewer to feel the weight of the jungle and the desperation of the expedition. Klaus Kinski's performance is wild, almost primal, which adds an unsettling energy to the film. The practical effects and natural landscapes just amplify the surreal atmosphere. It’s a film that wrestles with themes of power, greed, and the folly of man against nature. Definitely one of those movies that hits you in a way that’s hard to articulate.

Considered a pivotal film in the New German Cinema movement.Kinski's intense performance is both captivating and unsettling.The film's cinematography captures the beauty and terror of the Amazon.