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Fitzcarraldo (1982)

"Dare to dream the impossible."

7.619822h 37mDE
DramaAdventure

Directed by Werner Herzog

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

2h 37m

Language

DE

Release

March 2, 1982

Director

Werner Herzog

Official Trailer

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Overview

Fitzcarraldo is a dreamer who plans to build an opera house in Iquitos, in the Peruvian Amazon, so, in order to finance his project, he embarks on an epic adventure to collect rubber, a very profitable product, in a remote and unexplored region of the rainforest.

Cast

Klaus Kinski

Klaus Kinski

Fitzcarraldo

Claudia Cardinale

Claudia Cardinale

Molly

José Lewgoy

José Lewgoy

Don Aquilino

Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Miguel Ángel Fuentes

Cholo

Paul Hittscher

Paul Hittscher

Orinoco Paul

Huerequeque Enrique Bohórquez

Huerequeque Enrique Bohórquez

Huerequeque

Grande Otelo

Grande Otelo

Station Master

Peter Berling

Peter Berling

Opera Manager

David Pérez Espinosa

David Pérez Espinosa

Campa Chief

Milton Nascimento

Milton Nascimento

Opera House Blackman

Ruy Polanah

Ruy Polanah

Rubber Baron

Salvador Godínez

Salvador Godínez

Old Missionary

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Fitzcarraldo (1982), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Fitzcarraldo is a dreamer who plans to build an opera house in Iquitos, in the Peruvian Amazon, so, in order to finance his project, he embarks on an epic adventure to collect rubber, a very profitable product, in a remote and unexplored region of the rainforest.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Fitzcarraldo. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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