Portrait: Werner Herzog
An autobiographical short film by Werner Herzog made in 1986. Herzog tells stories about his life and career. The film contains excerpts and commentary on several Herzog films, including Signs of Life, Heart of Glass, Fata Morgana, Aguirre, the Wrath of God, The Great Ecstasy of Woodcarver Steiner, Fitzcarraldo, and the Les Blank documentary Burden of Dreams. Notable is footage of a conversation between Herzog and his mentor Lotte Eisner, a photographer. In another section, he talks with mountaineer Reinhold Messner, in which they discuss a potential film project in the Himalayas to star Klaus Kinski.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Werner Herzog: Filmemacher
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1986-03-27
- Runtime: 28 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (11 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Werner Herzog Filmproduktion
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1208
- Languages: English, German
Cast & Crew
Werner Herzog
as Self
Reinhold Messner
as Self
Lotte Eisner
as Self
Mick Jagger
as Self (archive footage)
Jason Robards
as Self (archive footage)
Klaus Kinski
as Self (archive footage)
Paul Hittscher
as Self (archive footage)
Thomas Mauch
as Self (archive footage)
Beat Presser
as Self (archive footage)
Walter Saxer
as Self (archive footage)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
Portrait: Werner Herzog is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1986-03-27.
Who are the main actors in Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
The main cast includes Werner Herzog, Reinhold Messner, Lotte Eisner, Mick Jagger, Jason Robards, .
Where can I watch Portrait: Werner Herzog online?▼
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Is Portrait: Werner Herzog based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
Portrait: Werner Herzog has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 11 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Werner Herzog Filmproduktion. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Portrait: Werner Herzog filmed?▼
Portrait: Werner Herzog was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Portrait: Werner Herzog?▼
The total runtime of Portrait: Werner Herzog is 28 minutes.
Is Portrait: Werner Herzog suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
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