Movie·2017·1h 30m

Werner We Love You

This documentary tells the life story of 77-year-old Werner Herzog from Bielefeld, who has survived in his own unique way despite a life marked by experiences of violence.

Directed By

Robin Epkenhans

Country

Germany

Language

German

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The Story

When Werner Herzog was still a child, his father was beaten to death before his eyes. His mother was overwhelmed with his upbringing and thereupon shipped him off to one of the toughest youth welfare institutions in Freistatt. This was followed by a career as a bouncer in the city's most notorious music club and an attempt to start a family. Today, the 77-year-old from Bielefeld lives with his dog Lucky in a lonely house in the country. Despite adverse living conditions, he has survived in his own unique and inimitable way.

Themes

double lifehomechildren's homenight lifemother roleabusive fatherviolence in schoolsfamily historykaratespecial carjudohonesty