Exploration of Extreme Storytelling

Werner Herzog discusses his distinctive approach to storytelling, often focusing on extreme characters and situations. He emphasizes the metaphorical aspects of his films, such as the challenge of dragging a ship over a mountain, which reflects deeper themes of ambition and human resilience. Herzog argues that while he does not actively seek out danger, exploring limits is integral to understanding human nature and storytelling. His body of work, featuring memorable films like Aguirre, The Wrath of God and Fitzcarraldo, aims to reveal the complex layers of human experience through extreme narratives.