Portrait: Werner Herzog
Original title: Werner Herzog: Filmemacher
Overview
An autobiographical short film by Werner Herzog made in 1986. Herzog tells stories about his life and career. The film contains excerpts and commentary on several Herzog films, including Signs of Life, Heart of Glass, Fata Morgana, Aguirre, the Wrath of God, The Great Ecstasy of Woodcarver Steiner, Fitzcarraldo, and the Les Blank documentary Burden of Dreams. Notable is footage of a conversation between Herzog and his mentor Lotte Eisner, a photographer. In another section, he talks with mountaineer Reinhold Messner, in which they discuss a potential film project in the Himalayas to star Klaus Kinski.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Werner Herzog
- Writer
- Werner Herzog
- Producer
- Lucki Stipetić
- Production
- Werner Herzog Filmproduktion
Frequently asked questions
What is Portrait: Werner Herzog rated?
Portrait: Werner Herzog has an audience rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 12 votes.
Who directed Portrait: Werner Herzog?
Portrait: Werner Herzog was directed by Werner Herzog.
When was Portrait: Werner Herzog released?
Portrait: Werner Herzog was released in 1986.
