Oberhausen Manifesto
New german cinema was created in 1962 when a group of young film makers created a new film festival document called the Oberhausen Manifesto. German films were declining, low quality and content. Three directors were the lead, Werner Herzog, Rainer Michael Fassbinder and Wim Wenders. The manifesto began it introduce contemporary issues into the film making.
Wim Wenders
Born in 1945, His films are known for the lush visual imagery, experimentation, masterful storytelling and travel. He frequently collaborated with Robby Muiler and is one of the biggest New German Cinema names in the 1970's. He studied film at the Munich Film Academy, directing 8 short films and his first feature film while there. In 1978 he went to Hollywood to direct Hammett. In 1987 he received the Best Director award at Cannes for Heaven over Berlin.
He also created Paris, Texas(1984)
Until the End of the World(1991)
Faraway, So Close(1993) and
Buena Vista Social Club(1999)
Werner Herzog
Born in 1942, Werner became know for capturing men and women at psychological extremes, sometimes using controversial methods to achieve the performance he wants. He used small budgets, writing and producing his own films. His notable films include Aguirre, the Wrath of God(1972)Fitzcarraldo(1982) and lent his voice to Rick and Morty(2015). He also has cameo appearance in The Mandalorian. He studied history, literature and music at the University of Pittsburgh. During filimg for Aguirre, it is alleged that Herzog held a gun on Klaus Kinski to make him continue acting however klinski denies this incident happened.
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