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One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years

One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years

Documentary
2008, Movie, 1h 36min
The early films of Wim Wenders are now regarded as landmarks of European film. Alice in the Cities, Wrong Move and Kings of the Road became foundations of the German New Wave and cemented the reputation of their director. In One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years Marcel Wehn explores the background to these films. Through personal recollection and rare home movie footage, it documents the director's early life, from experiments with his first camera, via his deviation from a career in medicine in favour of art and film, through to international recognition for the Road Trilogy. Central to these were themes that became cornerstones of all his work: national identity, the importance of personal relationships and the allure of the road. With contributions from the director and the many collaborators who helped define his vision, One Who Set Forth is a compelling account of Wim Wenders' life and work.
Country: Germany
Director:
Marcel Wehn
Cast:
Wim Wenders,
Bruno Ganz,
Robby Müller,
Rüdiger Vogler
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Marcel Wehn
Director
Wim Wenders
As Self
Bruno Ganz
As Self
Robby Müller
As Self
Rüdiger Vogler
As Self
Peter Przygodda
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Lisa Kreuzer
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Peter Handke
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Wim Wenders, a pioneer of New German Cinema, shares his childhood passion for art and film that paved the way for his acclaimed, award-winning works. Through personal anecdotes and rare home movies, this documentary delves into Wenders' early life, exploring themes that would become hallmarks of his career: national identity, personal relationships, and the allure of the road. With insights from the director and his collaborators, One Who Set Forth offers a captivating look at Wenders' life and art.

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You can stream One Who Set Forth: Wim Wenders' Early Years on: Netflix

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