Edition |
First edition. |
Description |
ix, 306 pages : map ; 24 cm |
Note |
"Originally published in Germany as Der Eroberung des Nutzlosen by Carl Hanser Verlag in 2004"--T.p. verso. |
Summary |
One of the most revered filmmakers of our time, Werner Herzog wrote this diary during the making of Fitzcarraldo, the lavish 1982 film that tells the story of a would-be rubber baron who pulls a steamship over a hill in the Amazon jungle in order to access a rich rubber territory. Later, Herzog spoke of his difficulties when making the film, including casting problems, reshoots, language barriers, epic clashes with the star, and the logistics of moving a 320-ton steamship over a hill without the use of special effects. Hailed by critics around the globe, the film went on to win Herzog the 1982 Outstanding Director Prize at Cannes. Herzog's diary is a glimpse into the mind of a genius during the making of one of his greatest achievements.--From publisher description. |
Subject |
Herzog, Werner, 1942- -- Diaries.
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Motion picture producers and directors -- Germany -- Diaries.
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Fitzcarraldo (Motion picture)
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Motion pictures -- Production and direction.
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Added Author |
Winston, Krishna.
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Added Title |
Eroberung des Nutzlosen. English
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Reflections from the making of Fitzcarraldo |
ISBN |
9780061575532 |
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0061575534 |
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