1972 · 95 min · NR
Aguirre, the Wrath of God
Directed by Werner Herzog · History, Adventure, Drama
Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972) is a History film, directed by Werner Herzog set in Peru during the early modern era. It runs 95 minutes and is rated NR.
Themes of madness / loss of sanity, greed & ambition, and power & corruption run throughout.
Composer
Popol Vuh
Cinematography
Thomas Mauch
Cast
Klaus KinskiHelena RojoDel NegroRuy GuerraPeter BerlingCecilia RiveraDaniel AdesEdward Roland
The world of this film
Premise & themes
Themes
Madness / Loss Of SanityGreed & AmbitionPower & Corruption
Tone
BleakContemplative
Shape
Protagonist
Solo LeadAntihero
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Inspired By Real Events
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