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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

Many filmmakers fail to edit their own work, which leads to mismatched footage and unnecessary reshoots, increasing production costs.

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Robert Rodriguez: Sin City, Desperado, El Mariachi, Alita, and Filmmaking | Lex Fridman Podcast #465

@ Lex Fridman

Robert Rodriguez: Sin City, Desperado, El Mariachi, Alita, and Filmmaking | Lex Fridman Podcast #465

04/17/25

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

I learned that knowing how to edit gives you an advantage in filmmaking, as it helps you avoid costly mistakes and ensures the right shots are captured.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

The creative process in filmmaking mirrors life; both are unpredictable and require problem-solving skills.

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Y Combinator Cast

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

My creative process involves removing obstacles to finishing videos, as collaboration often complicates and dilutes ideas, making it harder to complete projects.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

Deadlines in filmmaking can drive creativity and efficiency, pushing you to make quick decisions and produce work that might not have happened otherwise.

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MrBeast

01/12/23

@ Lex Fridman

The execution of ideas can fail, not the ideas themselves; poor conditions during filming can lead to miserable experiences.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

In filmmaking, when things fall apart, you roll up your sleeves and creatively figure out a way around it, often leading to a result that's better than what you initially sought.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

I compare the filmmaking process to cooking: the script is your grocery list, filming is grocery shopping, and editing is the cooking where you balance the ingredients.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

When filming, if something unexpected happens, it might lead to a better take later, so you have to roll with it and see the blessing in the mistake.

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Sonal Chokshi

10/13/17

@ Y Combinator

Creative energy is essential in content production; understanding when to allocate time for writing or editing can significantly impact output quality.