'All Of Us Are In Some Sort Of Theater We Create For Ourselves' - Werner Herzog On Being A Character

Werner Herzog is the author of the new book, "The Twilight World," and he joins Stephen for a two-part interview that begins with an examination of the theater of life, and the incredible story of the subject of his book, Hiroo Onada. Stick around for more with Werner Herzog! #Colbert #TheTwilightWorld #WernerHerzog

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[Coastfog]

He never fails to put warmth in my heart, a smile on my face, and existential despair in my soul. ❤️

[lunhil]

A master storyteller. His films are so emotional because he intuitively gets to the heart of what is most interesting.

[eduardoribeiro]

I can only hope the audience can grab the importance of this man and his art for mankind.

[SmirkingRevenge]

I could listen to Herzog speak forever and never tire of it. He's simply amazing.

[willienelsongonzalez]

The man, the myth, the legend. Werner Herzog is definitely the most interesting guy in the room.

[lilafrench]

If Werner Herzog ever wins an Oscar, it will add legitimacy to the Oscars, instead of the other way around.

[tyjoseph]

Huge fan of Herzog! Excellent seeing him still in good health! He truly is a masterful storyteller and incredible filmmaker!

[myriamkay]

His accent is so amazing and distinct. It’s like hearing a song I used to listen to.

[costeris]

Such a treat. Always wonderful to hear him talk. He has written a great account of a winter walk he took from Germany to Paris, “of walking on ice”.

[SundraTanakoh]

Mr. Herzog has made movies that are "must see" !! I love his work he is a true master.

[cannabiscovepnw]

This man as been a gem since i was a child. Gonna hurt when hes gone but you also gotta love his work

[HyperactiveNeuron]

I absolutely love Werner Herzog! His view and existentialism are universal and very important. Herr Herzog is a legend and a culturally significant and important individual.

[joerogan]

*PEOPLE DON'T KNOW THE AMOUNT OF AMAZING MOVIES THIS MAN HAS MADE*

*HE IS TRULY ONE OF THE MOST PROLIFIC MOVIE MAKERS IN HUMAN HISTORY*

[willyrobertlegendre]

Herzog proves again that he's an incredible story teller!

[csjames]

I remember the story of Onoda as I was living in Japan at the time and the huge story that it was. Such an amazing story.

[DelightLovesMovies]

I love Werner Herzog. He is as amazing and interesting as his films are.

[vector]

Aguirre: The Wrath Of God is an unforgettable movie by Herzog that turned me on to his films. He is really impossible to pigeonhole as a director.

[sebastianalegria]

During Pandemic, my mom, and I were watching a marathon from Herzog's movies, starring Klaus Kinski "the person who determined his career as a filmmaker" despite they both intended to murder each other on the set. On the other hand, I'm glad he's back with "The twilight world" which is his first novel. I'm dying to read it.

[carlosrincon]

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting him on three different occasions including at a cemetery and on a same flight. There’s no “character”or facade… he’s as real as it gets.

[bradley]

'And I decided to move out now and sell this because I'm moving to Orlando, Florida, to be close to Disney World.' God, I love Werner Herzog so much.