In this episode, our two travelers set off by kayak into a setting sun in search of the King of the Swamps. Werner Herzog narrates.
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terrific video. this is an example of a fine piece of filmmaking where nothing really happens. i think the narration and accent (as well as the writing) is priceless.
Hey, Chris–glad you like it. Maybe you should come alligator hunting with us…
YOU GUYS!!!! Trying to scare yo mama. Werner sounds amazingly like Nat.
Actually, I think Nat is rubbing off on Werner.
Nice footage. Glad you didn’t have to do any Eskimo rolling with gators.
The gator roll is a specialized move that we’re working on, just in case. I’ll let you know when we’ve got it down!
Hey guys–big fun–the first post says it all. Nice contrast to the snowy view out my window as I type. John
Thanks for your comment–glad to have you with us, John.
I’m really enjoying following your journey from home. The writing, photos, and videos are incredible. I feel like I’m there too. Thanks!
Hi Karen,
I’m glad you enjoy the blog–glad to have you with us.
I especially like Cortez the Killer in the background of this seminal piece of work.
Actually, that’s you playing background–we had the recorder running one day on the flybridge when you didn’t notice…
Hi boys. Looks like fun. Your paddling form is excellent. The movie reminded me of the 80’s television classic “Alligator” where an erstwhile family pet gator is flushed down the toilet into the Sewers of New York. Feasting on the radioactive remains of lab animals, it grows into a 50 ft behemoth and reigns terror upon the suburbs of NYC. Only, I think the soundtrack featured Angus Young instead of Neil Young but otherwise pretty similar films.
I can’t wait for more.
Hi Nick! Good to hear from you. We’ll keep an eye out for giant gators. Likely tests haven’t been conducted yet on the impacts of BP oil-spill dispersement chemicals on the gator stock–who knows what’s lurking out there?
What an amazing clip! It’s nice to know that Herzog has been expanding his horizons beyond grizzlies and reading Madeline. I’m so grateful you’re able to share your adventures with such well-articulated and artistic flare! Safe and joyful journeys to my two favorite cancers (you are made for this sort of living). Love.
Hi Anna. We have you to thank for introducing us to Werner’s narrative potential. Hope all is well in chilly Boston.
This video and blog are great! I’m glad I can follow along with your trip. Keep on posting!
Hi Brock–great to hear from you and glad to have you with us.