Fata Morgana (1971)

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Release Date: Oct 7, 1971 Wide

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Release Date: Oct 7, 1971 Wide

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The term which has become this film's title, Fata Morgana, refers to mirages, and is an apt title for this storyless, hallucinatory work shot in the deserts of North Africa. It is a rhythmic, musical succession of images and short scenes. One of the images is a pianist and drummer who play tiredly, surrounded by endless tracts of desert. This is an image that has been adapted and re-used in countless music videos and is a small piece of evidence suggesting that this is a very influential film.

Unrated, 1 hr. 18 min.

Drama, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense, Special Interest

Directed By: Werner Herzog

Written By: Werner Herzog

In Theaters: Oct 7, 1971 Wide

On DVD: Jul 5, 2005

Kinowelt Home Entertainment

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Watched this film then watched it again straight away. I can understand peoples fixation with this film, its dream like qualities are mesmerising but I have to say it?s not my favourite Herzog film. Inspired and an inspiration, this film is a turning point in the history of cinema, I just don't like it as much as

September 30, 2009

Anthony Lawrie

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As part of Herzorgs experimental artistic works it's a visual treat. For anybody not interested in suh things it's a bore. The film has endless tracking shots of desolate landscapes accompanied by a bizarre voice over detailing a fantasy world. Some men discuss animals and so forth. Some of the images are very striking

July 12, 2008