Werner Herzog has proved yet again that he is as capable of making docos as he is of making narrative films. "My Best Fiend" exhibits a fluid process of exposition: between Herzog's reflections on his relationship with Kinski, his interviews with people who worked with Kinski, excerpts from Kinski's films, and amazing archival footage of Kinski's infamous histrionics.
The film does justice to one of the most powerful screen actors of the modern era: the final scene in "Aguirre" is one that will linger in your mind. Kinski was able to (when he wanted too!) evoke some of the most emotional performances ever witnessed in world cinema. Some of the anecdotes of his life - divulged through Herzog's cooly ironic style - are absolutely hilarious and make you wonder about a man who seemed to consider himself above mere mortals.
A perfect paean to a great man.
The film does justice to one of the most powerful screen actors of the modern era: the final scene in "Aguirre" is one that will linger in your mind. Kinski was able to (when he wanted too!) evoke some of the most emotional performances ever witnessed in world cinema. Some of the anecdotes of his life - divulged through Herzog's cooly ironic style - are absolutely hilarious and make you wonder about a man who seemed to consider himself above mere mortals.
A perfect paean to a great man.