Discuss a couple of examples of this emphasis. Why do you think this was what Herzog chose to emphasize? What role did the concepts of “fluidity” and “permeability” play in what Herzog wanted to express about the cave paintings? Finally, do you think the Postscript was an effective ending to his film? Why or why not?

PROMPT: It was important for filmmaker Werner Herzog to emphasize the spiritual aspects of the cave paintings at Chauvet. Discuss a couple of examples of this emphasis. Why do you think this was what Herzog chose to emphasize? What role did the concepts of “fluidity” and “permeability” play in what Herzog wanted to express about the cave paintings? Finally, do you think the Postscript was an effective ending to his film? Why or why not?
WARNING: I am strict about plagiarism. I have designed this assignment so that no extra research is necessary. Watch the film and respond in a thoughtful way. However, if you want to call upon supplementary materials in your response, cite your sources clearly and carefully. Do not draw upon or cut and paste from student papers found on the internet.

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