Robert Rodriguez

Born:20. juuni 1968

Place of Birth:San Antonio, Texas, USA

Known For:Directing

Biography

Robert Anthony Rodríguez, born on June 20, 1968, is a multi-talented American filmmaker known for his work as a director, screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, editor, and musician. With a unique style that blends action, humor, and creativity, Rodriguez has made a significant impact on the film industry.

Hailing from Texas and drawing inspiration from his Mexican heritage, Rodriguez often infuses his films with elements of both cultures, creating a distinctive cinematic experience. His ability to seamlessly blend genres is evident in his diverse filmography, which includes action-packed movies like "Desperado" and "Machete," as well as family-friendly adventures such as the "Spy Kids" franchise.

Rodriguez's creative vision extends beyond traditional filmmaking, as he is also a talented musician who has composed music for several of his projects. This versatility allows him to bring a unique perspective to his films, creating immersive worlds that captivate audiences of all ages.

One of Rodriguez's notable strengths is his hands-on approach to filmmaking, often serving as his own cinematographer and editor. This level of involvement gives him full control over the visual style and pacing of his films, resulting in a cohesive and dynamic final product.

In addition to his solo projects, Rodriguez has collaborated with other filmmakers and artists, showcasing his ability to work effectively within a team. His work on "Sin City," a visually stunning adaptation of Frank Miller's graphic novels, demonstrates his skill in bringing complex narratives to life on the big screen.

Rodriguez's passion for storytelling extends beyond the realm of traditional cinema, as he has also ventured into television with projects like "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series," based on his cult classic film. This expansion into new mediums showcases his willingness to push boundaries and explore fresh creative opportunities.

Known for his innovative use of technology and visual effects, Rodriguez continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in filmmaking. His work on "Planet Terror," a homage to grindhouse cinema, showcases his ability to pay tribute to classic genres while adding his own modern twist.

Rodriguez's influence reaches beyond the screen, as he is also a mentor and advocate for aspiring filmmakers, encouraging creativity and resourcefulness in the pursuit of cinematic excellence. His dedication to supporting emerging talent reflects his commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive film community.

With a career spanning decades and a diverse range of projects under his belt, Rodriguez remains a dynamic force in the film industry, constantly challenging himself and his audience to explore new horizons. His ability to blend action, humor, and heart in his storytelling has solidified his reputation as a visionary filmmaker with a lasting impact on popular culture.

As he continues to evolve and innovate, Robert Rodriguez's legacy as a filmmaker who defies convention and embraces creativity will undoubtedly endure, inspiring future generations of storytellers to push the boundaries of imagination and storytelling.

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Näitlemine

From Dusk Till Dawn

Band Member (uncredited)

1996

After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious vampire clientele.

The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl

Shark (voice) (uncredited)

2005

Everyone always knew that Max had a wild imagination, but no one believed that his wildest creations -- a boy raised by watchful great white sharks and a girl with the force of a volcano -- were real. Now, these two pint-sized action masters will show Max that even an ordinary kid has what it takes to be extraordinary.

Planet Terror

One of Abby's Henchmen (uncredited)

2007

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.

Tootmine

Predators

Producer

2010

A group of cold-blooded killers find themselves trapped on an alien planet to be hunted by extraterrestrial Predators.

Alita: Battle Angel

Producer

2019

When Alita awakens with no memory of who she is in a future world she does not recognize, she is taken in by Ido, a compassionate doctor who realizes that somewhere in this abandoned cyborg shell is the heart and soul of a young woman with an extraordinary past.

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Original Music Composer

2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.

From Dusk Till Dawn

Steadicam Operator

1996

After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious vampire clientele.

We Can Be Heroes

Producer

2020

When alien invaders capture Earth's superheroes, their kids must learn to work together to save their parents - and the planet.

Thanksgiving

Thanks

2023

After a Black Friday riot ends in tragedy, a mysterious Thanksgiving-inspired killer terrorizes Plymouth, Massachusetts - the birthplace of the holiday. Picking off residents one by one, what begins as random revenge killings are soon revealed to be part of a larger, sinister holiday plan.

The Faculty

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

1998

When some very creepy things start happening around school, the kids at Herrington High make the chilling discovery that confirms their worst suspicions: their teachers really are from another planet!

Desperado

Writer

1995

El Mariachi plunges headfirst into the dark border underworld when he follows a trail of blood to the last of the infamous Mexican drug lords, Bucho, for an action-packed, bullet-riddled showdown. With the help of his friend and a beautiful bookstore owner, El Mariachi tracks Bucho, takes on his army of desperados, and leaves his own trail of blood.

Hypnotic

Screenplay

2023

A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a string of reality-bending crimes.

Spy Kids

Visual Effects Supervisor

2001

Carmen and Juni think their parents are boring. Little do they know that in their day, Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez were the top secret agents from their respective countries. They gave up that life to raise their children. Now, the disappearances of several of their old colleagues forces the Cortez' return from retirement. What they didn't count on was Carmen and Juni joining the "family business."

The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl

Director

2005

Spy Kids: Armageddon

Director

2023

When the children of the world’s greatest secret agents unwittingly help a powerful game developer unleash a computer virus that gives him control of all technology, they must become spies themselves to save their parents and the world.

Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

2002

Exploring the further adventures of Carmen and Juni Cortez, who have now joined the family spy business as Level 2 OSS agents. Their new mission is to save the world from a mad scientist living on a volcanic island populated by an imaginative menagerie of creatures. On this bizarre island, none of the Cortez's gadgets work and they must rely on their wits--and each other--to survive and save the day.

Death Proof

Producer

2007

Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna and Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.

Once Upon a Time in Mexico

Director of Photography

2003

A corrupt CIA agent Sands hires hitman El Mariachi to assassinate a Mexican general hired by a drug kingpin attempting a coup d'état of the President of Mexico.

Machete

Writer

2010

After being set-up and betrayed by the man who hired him to assassinate a Texas Senator, an ex-Federale launches a brutal rampage of revenge against his former boss.

Four Rooms

Writer

1995

It's Ted the Bellhop's first night on the job...and the hotel's very unusual guests are about to place him in some outrageous predicaments. It seems that this evening's room service is serving up one unbelievable happening after another.

Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over

Editor

2003

Carmen's caught in a virtual reality game designed by the Kids' new nemesis, the Toymaker. It's up to Juni to save his sister, and ultimately the world.

Spy Kids: All the Time in the World

Original Music Composer

2011

Eight years after the third film, the OSS has become the world's top spy agency, while the Spy Kids department has since become defunct. Retired spy Marissa is called back into action, and to bond with her new stepchildren Rebecca and Cecil, she invites them along to stop the evil Timekeeper from taking over the world.

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Original Music Composer

2011

An assassin is shot and almost killed by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

Mimic

Second Unit Director

1997

A disease carried by common cockroaches is killing Manhattan children. In an effort to stop the epidemic an entomologist, Susan Tyler, creates a mutant breed of insect that secretes a fluid to kill the roaches. This mutant breed was engineered to die after one generation, but three years later Susan finds out that the species has survived and evolved into a large, gruesome monster that can mimic human form.

Planet Terror

Original Music Composer

2007

UglyDolls

Story

2019

In the adorably different town of Uglyville, weirdness is celebrated, strangeness is special and beauty is embraced as more than meets the eye. After traveling to the other side of a mountain, Moxy and her UglyDoll friends discover Perfection -- a town where more conventional dolls receive training before entering the real world to find the love of a child.

El Mariachi

Additional Editing

1993

El Mariachi just wants to play his guitar and carry on the family tradition. Unfortunately, the town he tries to find work in has another visitor, a killer who carries his guns in a guitar case. The drug lord and his henchmen mistake el Mariachi for the killer, Azul, and chase him around town trying to kill him and get his guitar case.

Machete Kills

Director of Photography

2013

Ex-Federale agent Machete is recruited by the President of the United States for a mission which would be impossible for any mortal man – he must take down a madman revolutionary and an eccentric billionaire arms dealer who has hatched a plan to spread war and anarchy across the planet.

From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter

Story

2000

Narrowly escaping death, outlaw Johnny Madrid goes on the run with the hangman's sensuous daughter Esmeralda by his side.