Description
Woyzeck & The Herzog-Kinski Collection
Made in Germany
Region 2 PAL DVDs
!!! Condition of this DVD SET is used very good !!! As pictured !!!
Overview
Explore the intense and transformative collaborations between visionary director Werner Herzog and the enigmatic actor Klaus Kinski with Woyzeck and five other extraordinary films in this collection. Herzog and Kinski’s notorious partnership, marked by love, hate, and creative genius, produced some of the most iconic and daring works in cinema history.
The films in this collection include:
- Woyzeck – A haunting adaptation of Georg Büchner's play, featuring Kinski as a tormented soldier unraveling under the pressures of life and society.
- Aguirre, The Wrath of God – A tale of obsession and madness, as Kinski portrays a conquistador descending into chaos in the Amazon jungle.
- Nosferatu, Phantom der Nacht – A chilling reimagining of the Dracula legend, with Kinski as the iconic vampire Count Orlok.
- Fitzcarraldo – A breathtaking story of one man’s impossible dream to build an opera house in the jungle, starring Kinski in one of his most celebrated roles.
- Cobra Verde – A visually stunning tale of power and betrayal, featuring Kinski as a slave trader in Africa.
- My Best Fiend – Herzog’s documentary exploring his tumultuous relationship with Kinski, blending humor, drama, and deep reflection.
These six films capture the highs and lows of Herzog and Kinski’s legendary collaboration, offering a glimpse into their volatile partnership and the cinematic masterpieces it produced.
Product Features
- Format: DVD
- Duration: Varies per film
- Audio: Original German with English subtitles
- Genre: Drama, Adventure, Horror, Documentary
- Region 2 Europe PAL
Interesting Facts
- Herzog & Kinski: Their partnership spanned 15 years, resulting in five feature films and one documentary. Their relationship was as infamous for its volatility as it was for its creative brilliance.
- Woyzeck: Shot in just 18 days, this film showcases Kinski’s intense performance as a soldier grappling with poverty, despair, and psychological breakdown.
- Aguirre, The Wrath of God: Often regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this iconic work was filmed in the perilous Amazon rainforest, mirroring the madness of its characters.
- Nosferatu: Herzog reimagines F.W. Murnau’s 1922 silent classic, with Kinski delivering a haunting portrayal of the vampire Count Orlok.
- Fitzcarraldo: Famous for Herzog’s audacious decision to physically haul a 320-ton steamship over a mountain, this film epitomizes their shared obsession with pushing boundaries.
- My Best Fiend: Herzog’s candid documentary delves into his fiery and complex relationship with Kinski, offering behind-the-scenes insights into their collaborations.
- Legacy: Herzog and Kinski’s films have left an indelible mark on world cinema, influencing generations of filmmakers with their raw emotional power and daring storytelling.
Publishers
- Director: Werner Herzog
- Featured Actor: Klaus Kinski
- Distribution: Check with distributor for availability
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