He frequently serves as editor, cinematographer, camera operator, music composer, sound editor, effects supervisor, and more on his films. With that level of creative control, he’s capable of directing movies in any genre. His signature flair is hard to ignore. From gritty Westerns to sci-fi thrillers, here are our picks for the best Robert Rodriguez movies of all time. 10. Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) 10. Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003)...
Most notably, horror got a resurgence from directors like Robert Eggers, Ari Aster, and Mike Flanagan. Plus, filmmakers like Taika Waititi, Gareth Evans, and Jordan Vogt-Roberts rose to blockbuster fame. This particular decade also presented a unique challenge for indie cinema in the form of “cinematic universes” and the rise of streaming, both factors that pushed indie movies back into nichedom, out of brick-and-mortar theaters, and onto streaming platforms. Nevertheless, some of the best movies since the turn of the millenium were indie movies from this decade, and many eyes look forward to the influence these films have had on today’s films....
His extreme attention to detail earned him a reputation as a demanding perfectionist—so much so that he would force actors to repeat dozens of takes just so he could capture the exact performance he needed. Elstree Studios claims that Kubrick shot more than 1.3 million feet of film on The Shining: about 120 takes for every shot used, compared to the usual 5 to 15 takes on a normal filmmaking production....
