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Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God

Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God

Update: 2025-04-231
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This week, Alex and Greg dive into Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God, unraveling its haunting exploration of madness, ambition, and the human condition. They trace the film’s philosophical undercurrents—from existential isolation to the limits of power—set against the backdrop of the unforgiving Amazon. Through sharp analysis and reflective banter, they uncover what Herzog’s fever dream of conquest reveals about the nature of obsession.

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Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God

Werner Herzog's Aguirre, the Wrath of God

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