Tag Archives: Werner Herzog

Words of wisdom from Werner

Posted on March 12, 2016 by Cliff Burns
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“Cave of Forgotten Dreams” & “Submarine”

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Cliff Burns

A rare treat for our family yesterday:  the Roxy Theater in Saskatoon was featuring two movies I’ve been anxious to see.  God bless the Roxy, they even offer Saturday and Sunday matinees; so we made the short drive in to … Continue reading →

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The Allure of a Bargain Bin

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Cliff Burns

I know I’m not alone when I say that when I see a bargain bin full of books, music or movies, I almost hyperventilate in excitement. Yesterday was a lovely summer day here in town so I insisted my son … Continue reading →

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New reviews posted! Read all about it!

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Cliff Burns

Yes, indeed. It’s been awhile since I updated my reviews and this afternoon I added seven (7) new films to the roster: “Dante 01” (Dir.  Marc Caro) “Bonnie & Clyde”  (Dir.  Arthur Penn) “Easy Riders & Raging Bulls” (Dir.  Kenneth … Continue reading →

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Werner Herzog and “the ecstatic truth”

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Cliff Burns

I love Werner Herzog.  His films may not always be great but they are consistently singular and intriguing. Here is the transcript of a speech he presented in Milano, Italy.  The preamble makes it clear these remarks were, in large … Continue reading →

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Desperately Seeking Tati

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Cliff Burns

Certain films are harder to find than a Republican with a heart. Jacques Tati’s “Trafic” (or “Traffic”) is one of them.  Oh, sure, I know Criterion came out with a two-disc edition awhile back, but for cinephiles of limited means … Continue reading →

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