Even Dwarfs Started Small

In this darkly comedic and absurdist drama, a group of tormented patients, confined in an oppressive institution on a remote island, stage a violent uprising against their sadistic guards and director. As chaos erupts, the dwarfs revel in mayhem, engaging in destructive antics that defy all reason. Shot on the Canary Islands, this 1970 film showcases Werner Herzog's unique vision and penchant for the unconventional, as he pushes his actors to extreme limits in pursuit of a singular artistic vision.