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Wim Wenders, Desperado

Documentary
2020, 2h
"Wings Of Desire" and "Buena Vista Social Club", "Paris, Texas" and "The State Of Things": Wim Wenders is considered one of the pioneers of New German Cinema and one of the most important and influential representatives of contemporary cinema. With never before shown archive material and extraordinary encounters with companions and contemporary witnesses such as Francis Ford Coppola, Willem Dafoe, Andie MacDowell, Hanns Zischler, Patti Smith and Werner Herzog, this documentary provides unique insights into the life and work of one of the most multifaceted artists of our times. Renowned documentary filmmaker Eric Friedler ("It Must Schwing. The Blue Note Story") and his co-director Andreas Frege were given the exclusive opportunity to portray Wenders for this film. From Dusseldorf to Paris, and all the way to the desert of Texas, the film traces iconic locations and decisive moments in Wenders' work as director, producer, photographer and author.
Country: Germany
Director:
Eric Friedler
Cast:
Werner Herzog,
Wim Wenders,
Dennis Hopper,
Willem Dafoe
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Eric Friedler
Director
Werner Herzog
As Self
Wim Wenders
As Self
Dennis Hopper
As Self (archive footage)
Willem Dafoe
As Self
Hanns Zischler
As Self

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Wim Wenders, Desperado takes the audience on an extraordinary journey through the life and work of one of the most influential filmmakers of our time. With unprecedented access and never-before-seen archive material, this documentary offers a unique glimpse into Wenders' creative process and personal experiences. From his early days in Düsseldorf to his later work in Paris and Texas, the film traces the iconic locations and decisive moments that have shaped his career. Joined by esteemed colleagues such as Francis Ford Coppola, Willem Dafoe, Andie MacDowell, Hanns Zischler, Patti Smith, and Werner Herzog, Wenders shares his story and reflects on his visionary work, which has captured the spirit of generations. This documentary is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to understand the artistry and passion of a true cinematic pioneer.

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