Rooney and Kate Mara had to speak in unison in ‘Bucking Fastard’

Werner Herzog’s Anticipated New Film “Bucking Fastard” Hits the Venice Red Carpet – What Aurora Film Lovers Need to Know

Renowned director Werner Herzog is set to unveil his latest masterpiece, “Bucking Fastard,” this Thursday at the prestigious Venice Film Festival. The film stars the dynamic Mara sisters—Rooney Mara and Kate Mara—who deliver a striking performance by speaking in perfect unison, alongside Hollywood heart‑throb Orlando Bloom.

Why Aurora should be excited Aurora’s thriving arts scene has a long history of celebrating bold, off‑beat cinema, and Herzog’s reputation for pushing narrative boundaries makes “Bucking Fastard” a perfect fit for our community. The film’s experimental dialogue style and striking visual storytelling echo the kind of independent projects that have found enthusiastic audiences at the Aurora Film Society’s monthly screenings.

What’s happening locally - Aurora Film Society is planning a post‑premiere discussion panel next month, featuring local critics and a live Q&A with a Herzog film scholar. - The Aurora Cinema will host a special “Herzog Night” in early December, showcasing “Bucking Fastard” alongside a curated selection of his classic works. - For those who can’t wait, the Aurora Public Library is adding the film to its digital streaming collection as soon as it becomes available for home viewing.

Stay tuned to our community calendar and follow the hashtags #AuroraFilm and #HerzogInAurora for updates. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Mara sisters, an Orlando Bloom enthusiast, or simply love groundbreaking cinema, “Bucking Fastard” promises a memorable experience that Aurora won’t want to miss.