Episode #2310
Robert Rodriguez
Books mentioned
Rebel Without a Crew
Mentioned by Robert Rodriguez · at 00:00:49 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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The Book of Five Rings
Mentioned by Robert Rodriguez · at 00:25:01 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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The Monkey
Mentioned by Robert Rodriguez · at 01:03:53 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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Conan the Barbarian
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 01:42:57 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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The One Thing
Mentioned by Robert Rodriguez · at 02:19:59 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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Robert Rodriguez, director of 'Desperado' and 'Sin City', discusses his filmmaking journey, including his low-budget start with 'El Mariachi' and his book 'Rebel Without a Crew'. He reflects on creative methods, working with Quentin Tarantino, and the importance of following instincts to build a body of work.
What they talked about
- Making 'El Mariachi' for $7,000
- Writing 'Rebel Without a Crew'
- Finding inspiration in failure
- Working with actors like Cheech Marin
- Shooting movies in small spaces
- Stephen King's early work and adaptations
- The power of self-talk and words
- Daily workout routine and discipline
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