Burden of Dreams (1982)
MOVIE
Set in the Amazon rainforest during 1979, the ambitious crew of Fitzcarraldo, directed by Werner Herzog, faces a myriad of challenges, from casting dilemmas to conflicts with local tribes. Accidents abound as the production grapples with the harsh realities of filmmaking in such an untamed environment. However, the greatest hurdle lies in Herzog's audacious plan to haul a massive steamboat over a mountain. Driven by an almost obsessive desire to realize his artistic vision, Herzog's journey blurs the line between genius and madness, creating a captivating tale of perseverance against nature’s odds.
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
Peru, United States of America
