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196210 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(30 ratings)• TMDB

Herakles

196210 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(30 ratings)• TMDB

Ten minutes of film clips present various images of machismo, including body-builders flexing and military aircraft conducting bombing raids.

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Werner Herzog

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Ten minutes of film clips present various images of machismo, including body-builders flexing and military aircraft conducting bombing raids.

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Werner Herzogdirector

Werner Herzogwriter

Reinhard Lichtenbergcast

Franco Columbucast

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Body-builders flex their muscles in a series of striking clips from 1962's 'Herakles.' The film compiles various images that reflect machismo, including military aircraft engaged in bombing raids and dramatic car crashes. These scenes connect to themes of strength and aggression, presenting a visual commentary on masculinity. Produced in Germany, the documentary runs for 10 minutes and features no spoken language, relying solely on powerful imagery to convey its message.

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The documentary 'Herakles' was released in 1962.

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'Herakles' has a duration of 10 minutes.

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'Herakles' was produced in Germany.

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