Fata Morgana
Originally released in 1972. Fata Morgana is a documentary film. directed by Werner Herzog. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lotte Eisner, Wolfgang Bächler, and Manfred Eigendorf
Synopsis
Shot under extreme conditions and inspired by Mayan creation theory, the film contemplates the illusion of reality and the possibility of capturing for the camera something which is not there. It is about the mirages of nature—and the nature of mirage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (81 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Werner Herzog Filmproduktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fata Morgana about?
Shot under extreme conditions and inspired by Mayan creation theory, the film contemplates the illusion of reality and the possibility of capturing for the camera something which is not there. It i...
Who directed Fata Morgana?
Fata Morgana was directed by Werner Herzog.
How long is Fata Morgana?
Fata Morgana has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Fata Morgana released?
Fata Morgana was released on February 1, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fata Morgana?
The main cast of Fata Morgana includes Lotte Eisner, Wolfgang Bächler, Manfred Eigendorf, Günther W. Welpert, Eugen des Montagnes.