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know, Herzog only directs films based on true stories; he also makes documentaries.
In this amazing film, he chronicles the story of a man who "appeared" in a town one day, abandoned by the man that had raised him in a hut with no other human contact. The fellow grew up not speaking at all but communicating with grunts.
The authorities, unused to this type of situation, are unsure of how to proceed, of what to do with him. An abandoned man of a certain age, unable to communicate, and unknowing of his genesis.
Interestingly, the principal actor was found by Herzog on the street and he later would appear in another Herzog film where he equally was powerful.
Music, cinematography are first rate which is typical of Werner's films.
This is a profound, almost disturbing look at human nature which accomplishes its insights almost without speech and with an admirable subtlety.
The last 15 minutes are as terrifying as ever I've seen in film.
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I shall ad, that it was a true story!
I much MUCH more prefer Truffaud on the same theme!
or "Every Man for Himself and God Against All". Saw it not long after it came out in the mid '70s at the Detroit Film Theater--it's a powerful, mesmerizing film, and I would love it see it again.
working myself, very enthusiastically.
If you haven't already you really should read Herzog on Herzog.There's quite a lot about this film in it.
Don't piss on my shoe and tell me it's raining.
You'd enjoy "Little Dieter" a fantastic documentary by Herzog, as well as perhaps his most underappreciated film, "Cobra Verde" about a Brasilian who ends up in Africa selling slaves. Fantastic yarn and, of course, true.
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