Literally! With Rob Lowe Robin Wright: Style & Talent
Oct 30, 2025
Robin Wright, a celebrated actress and director known for iconic roles in The Princess Bride and House of Cards, shares captivating insights about her career and creative journey. She reflects on her early fears of directing and how her time on House of Cards served as a transformative 'cinema school.' Wright discusses the importance of finding one’s directorial style, the influence of legendary directors, and nostalgic moments from Hollywood's golden age. The conversation also delves into the changes in cinema culture and the communal theater experience.
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Build A Small Core Team
- Do rely on a trusted small core team (DP, producer, key crew) to realize your vision.
- Check that everyone speaks the same language so the vision converts into execution.
Directing Emerges From Acting Observation
- Directing grows from acting observation and asking questions, not instant mastery.
- Robin Wright says acting experience makes you inquisitive in a different, directing-oriented way.
Learn By Showing Visual References
- Do ask visual questions on set and show reference images to communicate the look you want.
- Use your DP to translate pictures into lenses and framing so you can learn the technical choices visually.
