Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972)

Herzog makes every effort to create a film experience undeniably real. I often forgot I was watching a movie and not a moment in history. It's age adds to it's talent and charm. It's Kubrick and inspiration for visceral experiences like The Revenant. There's so much depth to the production. The plot is fabricated by the imagery and score, which creates a dark, disturbing dream-like excursion. The last act playing out in accordance with it's title bridging the gap between the real and possessed. When you wake up you'll wonder if what you witnessed was really a dream... Take some time to appreciate this classic cinema.

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