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Heart of Glass (film)
by Werner Herzog
Heart of Glass (German: Herz aus Glas) is a 1976 film written, directed, and produced by Werner Herzog, set in 18th century Bavaria. The main character is "Hias," based on the legendary Bavarian prophet Mühlhiasl.The setting is an 18th century Bavarian town with a glass blowing factory which produces a brilliant red "ruby glass." When the master glass blower dies, the secret to producing the ruby glass is lost, and the town gradually sinks into disorder and madness. The main character is Hias, a seer from the hills, who speaks prophecy to the townspeople.
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Language: German
Year of production: 1976
Length: 94 min.
Country: United States
Directors:
Werner Herzog
Producers:
Werner Herzog
Actors:
Josef Bierbichler, Stefan Güttler, Clemens Scheitz, Sonja Skiba
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