19 Period dramas that you must watch if you liked The Brutalist

Modified Jan 18, 2025 11:54 ET

Scene from The Pianist | Image via Universal Pictures

17) Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972)

Klaus Kinski in Aguirre, The Wrath Of God | Image via Werner Herzog Filmproduktion

Directed by the legendary German director Werner Herzog, the film tells the story of the harrowing journey of Spanish conquistadors through the Amazon rainforest, looking for the fictional land of El Dorado. The film masterfully captures the clash between ambition, madness, and the harsh realities of the untamed wilderness while also delving into significant historical moments and character exploration.