Rebel Without a Crew

Or How a 23-Year-Old Filmmaker with $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player

De: Robert Rodriguez

Narrado por: Robert Rodriguez

Named One of The Hollywood Reporter’s “100 Greatest Film Books of All Time”

Famed independent screenwriter and director Robert Rodriguez (Sin City, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Spy Kids, Machete) discloses all the unique strategies and original techniques he used to make his remarkable debut film El Mariachi on a shoestring budget.

This is both one man's remarkable story and an essential guide for anyone who has a celluloid story to tell and the dreams and determination to see it through. Part production diary, part how-to manual, Rodriguez unveils how he was able to make his influential first film on only a $7,000 budget. Also included is the appendix, "The Ten-Minute Film School,” a tell-all on how to save thousands of dollars on film school and teach yourself the ropes of film production, directing, and screenwriting.

A perfect gift for the aspiring filmmaker.

©2024 Robert Rodriguez (P)2024 Dreamscape Media

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“There's no one in the American film business quite like Robert Rodriguez, who plays completely outside the rules imposed by Hollywood studios… Given his success rate, it's clear his method works… Rodriguez has long been a hero to independent filmmakers.” (Named One of The Hollywood Reporter’s “100 Greatest Film Books of All Time”)

A must have follow up

This is a must have companion to his book. The additional insights 30 years later are very inspiring to hear.

Excellent!

Very informative and enjoyable. I appreciate Robert sharing his filmmaking experiences. Amazing. Thank you, Robert. Your story is inspiring.

Perfect Real Inspiration

Just get this and listen to it. Now. Like right now. Enough already. This book is the creativity memoir of all creativity memoirs.

I have no words. Just AMAZING!

This is one of the most inspirational books you can read even if you’re not a filmmaker. I loved every second of it!

I have given away this book to so many people

I’ve bought this book so many times for myself and then turned right around and given it to aspiring creators of all types. Robert Rodriquez inspired so many filmmakers, including myself to get scrappy and pick up a camera and make a movie. I’m so glad it’s finally out in audiobook form so I can listen to it when I need a little inspiration.

Inspirational

This is a Cinderella story that is a pure delight to listen to even if you never plan to direct a movie.

Utmost recommendation!

A wonderful audiobook edition of Rodriguez’ seminal book. I’ve owned a copy of the paperback for many years and reread it once a year. Thus, when I saw this available for pre-order, I clicked with no hesitation.


Rodriguez’ narration is perfect with his voice maintaining a calming rhythm with inflections of excitement/disbelief as he navigates the Hollywood ecosystem.
Best of all (and what I hoped he would do on this edition) is Rodriguez having asides he where he would add new anecdotes or updates to the text. A very nice touch.

Highly recommended!

An enjoyable extension of the book

While the book was motivating, its a great ride to have Robert tell the story and add updated interjections. I could feel the energy even more with him reading and his passion for his craft. Extremely motivating. I'm going to go create right now!!! No excuses.

Super Interesting and Fun

Film nerds will love this book. If you're looking for some entertaining inspiration, this is it.

Chapter Titles are Off

Great book, enjoyable listening experience from the author with fun interjections, but not having the chapter titles synced with the audio correctly is a weird oversight.