Cool, calm, gathered, generous to mistakes – Praise to Robert Redford Every person who passed away on Tuesday shows him all that he symbolizes and oozes out of charm.
It seems no one had any bad words to say about him. man Created an independent film festival and television networkHe is a legendary Hollywood lead actor, Oscar Director and a well-known environmental activist.
Some might say that when you are a powerful and iconic actor blessed with devilish handsomeness and beautifulness, it is easy to be good, graceful and kind. I would like to think that could even be a curse. But it would be intense. You never know who the real Robert Redford is behind his very public persona. It was his humility that hit me during our brief encounter, so this is merely my two cents about the unforgettable experience of interviewing one of the most famous people in the world.
We met in 2010 Mipcom Cannes, an annual trade show for the television and digital markets, discusses the European launch of Sundance TV, a channel that offers independent feature films, documentaries and original drama series. We need to be clear about us, including my crew, which consists of camera operators, lighting experts and sound engineers.
But go back to the story. What has been repeatedly revealed by Redford’s PR team was that he would not talk for at most for three minutes due to his extremely busy schedule and long list of people hoping for a star production.
The long rolled up question was sure to be at least 30 extra seconds when we got down on it, but upon arrival they were told to “keep neat and tight.” So far it’s very normal. I haven’t interviewed Hollywood legends before. In other words, Samuel L. Jackson He once taught me something about sex and travelling personally, but he was Josing alone. I think so.
The interview took place in a huge banquet room in Carlton, one of the most luxurious and luxurious hotels in the French Riviera. Not only is it a beautiful setting, but it also has a slightly intimidating setting as various PR and beef security staff washed away the rooms, kit bags and surrounding corridors. After all the checks were done, all I had to do was wait, breathe and relax.
Then came the first surprise, Robert Redford was banged on time. It’s a bit unexpected for major celebrities, but it’s always welcome. Without rest for the evil one, he was led into the room, all smiles and took the time to greet each of us. We made a bit of a two-way exchange while setting his position quickly Yoruba The origin and nickname of the name. “My friends call me Bob, and your name is really funny,” he said. Of course, I’ve heard that a long time ago, but this time I laughed like a little boy left alone in a sweet shop.
Lights, cameras, action
The microphone was checked, the lights were checked, and the camera was checked. I’m glad I went. Three PR teams zoomed in as one on me. Another sign of the watch. “Don’t forget, Mr. Redford is very busy trying to talk to everyone today, so please keep that short.”
“Of course I understand it,” I replied, and nodded faithfully.
“Are you ready to roll?” I asked. “Absolutely, you’re ready when you’re there,” he replied.
What follows can be read in detail below, but the two sides of the day were not cut. The first is that we have completed what we have broken the rulebook for the day. Sure enough, Redford’s media monitor has been receiving a 3-minute signal time. However, the man asking the question politely made it clear that he wanted to continue. The scene was repeated three minutes later, and his reaction was the same. “I’m having fun here,” he said. “Do you have a few more questions? Don’t worry, it’s fine,” he reassured his careful but increasingly uneasy handler firmly. Finish that. now.
Luckily, I was not afraid of my life. And it seemed everyone was having a great time except for the troublesome PR handlers. When everything was said and done, we spoke for at least 12 minutes.
By this time we had been talking very well about his life and how he was trying to influence young people. “How do you want to remind me?” I asked. I paused due to a slight breathing ingestion and thought. “The sustainable sustainability of our culture, just like anyone who contributed to something. You probably think what I’m doing is a film that’s probably long lasting.
Rip Robert Redford.
This article was originally published in October 2010.
Robert Redford has come a long way since he went through a rough slumber in the French Riviera as a young man struggling to make it as a painter.
The 74-year-old actor-director is also the founder of the Sundance TV Channel. He was at Cannes at Mipcom Audiovisual Entertainment Fair to promote the international ambitions of the network, which launched outside the US last year.
After the false youth, Redford spent a year in France at the age of 18, and when he first visited a Mediterranean resort, he slept under the pier across from the gorgeous Carlton Hotel.
The Oscar-winning director spoke to me from the more luxurious interiors, revealing why he has a special place in his heart.
Tokunbo Salako, Euronows: “What made you choose France to launch the international version of the Sundance Channel?”
Robert Redford: “It had a personal part to it. I really started my career as an artist here. When I was a kid, I started drawing and I never felt serious about it. There was a sense of some artists and community, and it was Paris, France.
You originally started the Sundance Festival in the 1980s. Why did you start a TV channel?”
Robert Redford: “Television channel? TV channels came out of two other steps that started with what I called Sundance Lab. In 1980, I had a success with films. I was at the junction of life. The concept is something that helps create new opportunities for new artists and thus create new categories.
How do you think your experience can inspire young filmmakers today?
Robert Redford: “I think it’s probably my experience, I think through independence. I’m pretty independent throughout my life. It’s just independent, but I haven’t remained as independent as you are outside the world. Finally, you’re a business where you have to enjoy anything. It’s the basic job you have to do. The best thing I can offer is to know what else I can offer. The struggle.”
Are you still actively involved in mentoring young filmmakers?
Robert Redford: “Yes, all the points that start with this lab program are about development. So development is still in place and now more and more filmmakers are going through our labs. So, seeing these people benefit from our process and enter the mainstream is a great joy.
So, do you think of yourself as an artist or businessman now?
Robert Redford: “I’m not a businessman. I’m not a businessman. It’s like the word brand. When someone says, “Boy, you have a great brand,” it made me nervous. It made me uncomfortable. And trust that the people I’m involved are good businessmen. ”