I Will Walk Like a Crazy Horse (1973)

In the aftermath of his mother's death, Aden Rey, a man grappling with epilepsy and a burden of guilt, finds himself the subject of police investigation, suspected of playing a role in her passing. Fleeing the clutches of law enforcement, Aden seeks refuge in the desert's vast, unforgiving expanse. As the police relentlessly trail his phantom, Aden's journey leads him to a fateful encounter with Marvel, a noble savage living in harmony with the wilderness. Bound together by the unspoken threads of fate, they become unlikely companions, accompanied by Marvel's loyal goat. Aden and Marvel, two contrasting halves of the same existential coin, traverse the great dunes, their bond deepening with each shared experience - from participating in a local wedding to confronting the haunting specter of Aden's potential culpability in his mother's demise. Amidst their adventures, Aden seeks to persuade Marvel of civilization's allure, a concept that Marvel resolutely resists. Their journey, punctuated by trials, unexpected deaths, and shared meals, becomes a crucible for their contrasting ideologies. Through it all, the specter of the pursuing police force looms, tightening the noose around Aden's freedom. Interspersed with these present trials are poignant flashbacks to Aden's past, offering glimpses into his complex relationship with his late mother. As the relentless desert sun blazes on, Aden must confront his past and negotiate his future, all while navigating his evolving bond with Marvel and the relentless pursuit of the law.

I Will Walk Like a Crazy Horse is a drama movie featuring Emmanuelle Riva.

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