Little Dieter Needs to Fly

"Herzog makes the very interesting decision to take Dengler back to Laos and Thailand to convey his story. It makes for a production very different from what it would be if Dengler merely sat in a chair for an interview. It feels tactile and even dangerous" 

"Yes, it's astonishing, but with Dengler quoting chapter and verse from his epic of survival, 'Little Dieter' starts to feel like a bragfest" 

"[It] is told with sharp observational powers and wit (...) Dengler’s personality is so charismatic and his story so compelling that they easily overcome the film’s problems" 

"Herzog’s symphonic use of native chants compliments the evocative use of stock footage from the war (…) Rating: ★★★ (out of 5)" 

"Once again, the director comes up with a fascinating character and vivid taleteller and keeps the viewer gripped and enthralled despite a non-existent budget (…) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"