Renowned German filmmaker Werner Herzog recently shared insights about his latest project, “Bucking Fastard,” featuring actors Kate and Rooney Mara, during the Venice Film Festival. Herzog, known for his compelling portrayals of obsessive characters in films like “Aguirre” and “Fitzcarraldo,” has a unique perspective on the concept of neurodiversity.
While some have drawn parallels between his iconic characters and the modern neurodiversity movement, Herzog expressed discomfort with the terminology associated with it. “I don’t like the term neurodivergence and ADHD, or whatever – it sounds like political correctness, which scares me under the table,” he stated, emphasizing his aversion to labels that he feels dilute the complexity of human experience.
Herzog’s candid remarks reflect his unwavering commitment to authenticity in storytelling, a trait that has solidified his status as a cinematic legend.
Fonte/Origem: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/sep/05/werner-herzog-bucking-fastard-kate-rooney-mara