Gareth Edwards discusses his influences, including Spielberg and Cameron, in shaping his filmmaking style and approach to storytelling.
Edwards shares his experiences and challenges in making an original film amidst the dominance of franchises, emphasizing his commitment to creating unique and distinct stories.
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Podcast Overview
This podcast episode features an interview with Gareth Edwards, a filmmaker known for directing movies like Godzilla and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The conversation covers various topics, including Edwards' influences such as Spielberg, Tarantino, and Lucas. He also discusses his experience working on Rogue One and the challenges of making an original film in today's franchise-dominated industry.
Imposter Syndrome and Filmmaking Anxiety
Edwards talks about his imposter syndrome and the anxiety that comes with making films. He explains how the anxiety fluctuates throughout different stages of the filmmaking process, from pre-production to post-production. He shares that he often feels like an outsider in the filmmaking industry, but remains driven to get closer to creating masterpieces like those of his filmmaking heroes.
George Lucas and the Influence of Star Wars
Edwards reflects on his interactions with George Lucas and the impact of Star Wars on his career. He shares anecdotes about meeting Lucas and receiving compliments from him on his work. Edwards also discusses his love for Spielberg and how influential his movies were in shaping his perspective on directing and shot construction.
The Making of Rogue One and Navigating the Star Wars Universe
Edwards provides insights into the making of Rogue One and his role as the director. He emphasizes his deep respect for George Lucas and George's creative contribution to the Star Wars universe. Edwards also addresses some of the conjecture and scrutiny surrounding the production of Rogue One, stating that it's not uncommon for major films to undergo additional photography. He concludes by expressing gratitude for being able to work on such an iconic franchise and his commitment to original filmmaking.
Gareth Edwards is no stranger to big scale sci-fi but his latest film, THE CREATOR, is something different, a rare wholly unique idea in a sea of franchises. Gareth joins Josh to talk about his filmmaking influences, from Spielberg to Cameron, and his experiences directing giant films like ROGUE ONE and GODZILLA. #happysadconfused #joshhorowitz #thecreator #garethedwards
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