Werner Herzog's latest film, "Bucking Fastard," features real-life sisters Rooney and Kate Mara as scorned siblings. The film, inspired by a real-life duo from York, is described as a "meandering story that's pure, sweet, gaga Herzog."
The narrative follows the sisters as their linked hearts are broken, with a court case bringing them both fame and embarrassment. A compassionate villager offers them refuge in a flat in another town, advising them to avoid strangers who might exploit them. The film then shifts into a series of vignettes rather than a linear plot.
Among the characters they encounter is a sleazy neighbor who attempts to photograph them undressing for the internet, an endeavor the sisters cleverly thwart. A social worker, portrayed by Domhnall Gleeson, guides them in simple tasks like opening a tin of sardines. However, their temporary haven eventually feels like a prison, prompting them to embark on a new adventure.
They move in with an aunt, played by Marion O’Dwyer, who encourages them to explore a mysterious cave near her country home. The cave's labyrinthine passages spark their imaginations. A fox with an alarmed expression becomes their mascot, named Cupid. Throughout these experiences, the sisters continue to grieve their lost love, while the possibility of finding new affection remains open.