Quentin Tarantino
American filmmaker and actor (born 1963)
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Videos Mentioning Quentin Tarantino
Ep. 226: The Productivity Dragon
Cal Newport
Filmmaker and author of 'Cinema Speculation', known for his distinctive style and deep knowledge of film.
Sarma Melngailis: Bad Vegan, Fraud, Prison, and Sociopathy | Lex Fridman Podcast #288
Lex Fridman
Wrote the screenplay for 'True Romance.'
Ep. 217: Using Slow Productivity To Do The Best Work Anywhere
Cal Newport
A filmmaker cited as an example of an aspiring artist who honed his craft working in a service industry (video store).
RZA: Wu-Tang Clan, Kung Fu, Chess, God, Life, and Death | Lex Fridman Podcast #228
Lex Fridman
Filmmaker described as an 'encyclopedia' of film knowledge, who mentored RZA and shared insights on filmmaking, life, and kung fu cinema.
E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
All-In Podcast
A filmmaker mentioned as an example of dedication and obsession in pursuing a craft.
E115: The AI Search Wars: Google vs. Microsoft, Nordstream report, State of the Union
All-In Podcast
An American film director, used as an example in a fair use discussion of how to analyze his shooting style.
E109: 2022 Bestie Awards Live from Twitter HQ
All-In Podcast
Filmmaker, author of 'Cinema Speculation,' which one host enjoyed.
Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy | Lex Fridman Podcast #175
Lex Fridman
Filmmaker, quoted for saying personality 'goes a long way', supporting the idea that charisma can overcome common sense.
E42: China's tech crackdown, CRISPR breakthrough, practical climate change solutions & more
All-In Podcast
Filmmaker whose career trajectory and persistence are highlighted as an example for entrepreneurs.
Aisha Tyler Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A famous director who, according to Aisha Tyler, has a story about his first film being 'unwatchable,' illustrating that even great artists start with spectacular failures.
Casey Neistat: Why I Quit YouTube & What I'm Doing Now!
The Diary Of A CEO
A director whom Casey Neistat admires for his artistic contribution, desiring to emulate his private life and focus on work over fame.
How to Master the Difficult Art of Receiving (and Giving) Feedback | Sheila Heen | Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A film director whose name is used to metaphorically describe avoiding turning relationship conflicts into overly dramatic 'action sequences' like those in his films.
Ep. 245: "Crazy" Productivity
Cal Newport
Mentioned in the context of a discussion on movies, as he appeared on Bill Simmons's podcast to discuss Tony Scott's film 'Unstoppable'.
Cal And Jamie Explain The Internet | Old, Weird Internet
Cal Newport
His films and potential online criticisms are used as an analogy for how celebrities are scrutinized.
Mike Birbiglia Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Director known for pitching his movies endlessly over the phone and discerning interest through silence.
Jamie Foxx Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A film director whose comments on police violence were misinterpreted and spun by the media, demonstrating the problem of controlled narratives.
B.J. Novak Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A director whose style, particularly 'Pulp Fiction', was a fantasy for many aspiring filmmakers.
Robert Rodriguez Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A film director mentioned as someone Robert Rodriguez has learned from and collaborated with on projects like 'Four Rooms' and 'Sin City'.
Strength Training, Shredding Body Fat, and Increasing Testosterone and Sex Drive | Charles Poliquin
Tim Ferriss
A film director whose movies Charles Poliquin enjoys.
E110: 2023 Bestie Predictions!
All-In Podcast
His book of criticism on 70s films is recommended as an audiobook.
Jamie Foxx Returns (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A director Jamie Foxx interviewed, who claimed to have been a black man in a past life, sparking a discussion on past lives.
Peterson Academy | Andrew Doyle | The Shakespearean Tragedies | Lecture 1 (Official)
Peterson Academy
Filmmaker whose characters, despite their individuality, are noted to often sound like Tarantino himself, contrasted with Shakespeare's distinct characters.