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Aguirre, the Wrath of God

7.5/10

Rating

95 min

Runtime

1972

Release Year

Werner Herzog

Director

Cast

Klaus Kinski, Helena Rojo, Del Negro, Ruy Guerra, Peter Berling

Quick Synopsis

Several decades after the fall of the Inca Empire, a Spanish expedition led by the notorious Aguirre sets out from the mountains of Peru to navigate down the Amazon River in search of the legendary city of El Dorado. As they face increasing hardships during their journey, the members of Aguirre's group begin to question whether their mission will bring them wealth or lead them to their doom.

Detailed Synopsis of Aguirre, the Wrath of God

A few decades after the destruction of the Inca Empire, a Spanish expedition led by the infamous Aguirre leaves the mountains of Peru and goes down the Amazon River in search of the lost city of El Dorado. When great difficulties arise, Aguirre’s men start to wonder whether their quest will lead them to prosperity or certain death.

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