A visionary German filmmaker born in 1942, he is renowned for his ambitious, often boundary-pushing work in both narrative and documentary cinema. Emerging as a pivotal figure in the New German Cinema movement, his films frequently explore themes of obsession, conquest, and the sublime. Known for collaborations with actor Klaus Kinski, his notable works include "Aguirre, the Wrath of God" and "Fitzcarraldo." His distinct narrative voice and philosophical musings have left a lasting impact on global cinema.
SCREAM OF STONE
Scream of Stone is a gripping drama that explores the intense world of rock climbing. Directed by Werner Herzog, the film follows a dramatic rivalry...
THE CAVE OF FORGOTTEN DREAMS
The Cave of Forgotten Dreams is a captivating documentary by Werner Herzog that explores the Chauvet Cave in southern France, home to the oldest known...
LAND OF SILENCE AND DARKNESS
Land of Silence and Darkness is a documentary film that follows Fini Straubinger, a woman who has been blind and deaf since her teens, as she helps...
ENCOUNTERS AT THE END OF THE WORLD
Encounters at the End of the World is a captivating documentary that explores the stunning landscapes and unique wildlife of Antarctica. Directed by...
FITZCARRALDO
Fitzcarraldo is a visually stunning drama film that tells the story of a man's obsession with building an opera house in the Peruvian jungle. The film...
CAVE OF FORGOTTEN DREAMS
Cave of Forgotten Dreams is a documentary film that follows a team of scientists as they explore the Chauvet Cave in France, home to some of the...
INTO THE INFERNO
Into the Inferno is a mesmerizing documentary that delves into the fiery world of active volcanoes and the profound impact they have on the lives of...
THE WHITE DIAMOND
The White Diamond is a documentary directed by Werner Herzog, exploring the journey of Dr. Graham Dorrington, an aeronautical engineer, as he embarks...
AGUIRRE, THE WRATH OF GOD
Aguirre, The Wrath of God is a mesmerizing drama film that follows the journey of Spanish conquistadors searching for El Dorado in the Amazon...
HEART OF GLASS
Heart of Glass is a mesmerizing drama about a small Bavarian village whose residents fall into a collective trance following the death of their...
GRIZZLY MAN
Grizzly Man is a documentary film that tells the story of Timothy Treadwell, a man who spent 13 summers living among wild grizzly bears in Alaska. The...
RESCUE DAWN
Rescue Dawn is a war drama film based on the true story of Dieter Dengler, a German-American pilot who was shot down and captured during the Vietnam...
NOSFERATU THE VAMPYRE
Nosferatu the Vampyre is a haunting and atmospheric retelling of the classic Dracula tale. Set in 19th century Germany, the film follows the eerie...