Director: Werner Herzog, West Germany 1974, 109 mins, PG

“Herzog’s early masterpiece is bold and brilliant” The Guardian

Werner Herzog’s haunting masterpiece tells the true story of a young man, raised in isolation and thrust into 19th century society. An astonishing performance by non-actor Bruno S., brings raw authenticity to a soul untouched by civilisation. A meditation on innocence, alienation and the nature of humanity. Poetic, unsettling and deeply moving this is essential viewing for lovers of bold cinema.

Further reading

1. The Guardian
2. Monthly Film Bulletin (1975)
3. Roger Ebert

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