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Robert Schwentke
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Robert Schwentke
Full Name and Common Aliases
Robert Schwentke is a German film director, screenwriter, and producer.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on November 16, 1960, in Munich, West Germany. No known date of death.
Nationality and Profession(s)
German film director, screenwriter, and producer.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a family of modest means, Schwentke developed an early interest in storytelling through film. He began writing scripts at the age of 16 and went on to study filmmaking at the University of Munich. After completing his studies, he worked as a screenwriter for several years before transitioning into directing.
Major Accomplishments
Schwentke's breakthrough film was the 2004 thriller Takin' Over the Family, which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. He gained international recognition with his 2010 blockbuster Red, an action-comedy starring Bruce Willis and Helen Mirren. The film's success led to a sequel, Red 2 (2013), and cemented Schwentke's reputation as a versatile director capable of handling complex narratives.
Notable Works or Actions
In addition to Red and its sequel, Schwentke has directed several other notable films, including:
Flightplan (2005): A psychological thriller starring Jodie Foster that explores themes of grief and loss.
The Town (2010): A crime drama starring Ben Affleck as a Boston bank robber who falls in love with a witness to his crimes.
* Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (2016): An action-thriller based on the bestselling novel by Lee Child, starring Tom Cruise as the titular character.
Impact and Legacy
Schwentke's films often explore complex themes such as identity, loyalty, and the human condition. His ability to balance action and drama has made him a sought-after director in Hollywood. Through his work, he continues to contribute to the evolution of the film industry.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Schwentke's contributions to filmmaking have earned him recognition within the industry. He is widely quoted for his insights on storytelling and direction. His films remain popular among audiences worldwide, solidifying his legacy as a talented filmmaker.
Quotes by Robert Schwentke
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It's not like you get up in the morning on the first day of shooting and say, 'I'm so smart today I'm going to determine every choice I make from now until a year and a half from now.' So it changes. You gain insights. The movie bucks you.
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I think you either have chemistry or you don't. If you could create chemistry in the editing room then there would be no films without chemistry, obviously, because there are a lot of good editors out there who'd be able to take care of that then if that's how it really worked.
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I'm not looking for artistic license with the script. I tend to arrive at a form with the script and feel that that should be for the time being what we aim for.
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The day you step on the floor the meter is ticking and time is of the essence. You can't really afford to not know what you're doing. So I think the screenplay is a great tool to get everybody on the same page.
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The screenplay is a great document because it makes you have many discussions prior to actually being on the floor.
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I went through a pretty serious illness early in my life and I made a movie about that.
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I'm very eclectic in terms of what I like, what I read, what I watch, my own consumer behavior.
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I have a family. I'm married. I'm very, very happy. I wanted to make a movie for my wife and a movie that speaks to what it is to be in a long term, very, very committed relationship because at the heart that's really what it is.
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I read a script or I read a project or I read a novel and I know that I'm going to spend two to three years of my life with that, exclusively. So you better like it. There better be an honorable, real need to make that movie.
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I think it's never mono-causal why you fall in love with something that you want to do.
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