Famed independent screenwriter and director Robert Rodriguez (Sin City, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Spy Kids, Machete) discloses all the unique strategies and original techniques he used to make his remarkable debut film El Mariachi on a shoestring budget. This is both one man's remarkable story and an essential guide for anyone who has a celluloid story to tell and the dreams and determination to see it through. Part production diary, part how-to manual, Rodriguez unveils how he was able to make his influential first film on only a $7,000 budget. Also included is the appendix, "The Ten Minute Film Course,” a tell-all on how to save thousands of dollars on film school and teach yourself the ropes of film production, directing, and screenwriting. A perfect gift for the aspiring filmmaker.

Rebel without a Crew: Or How a 23-Year-Old Filmmaker With $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player

Biographies & Memoirs

Rodriguez, Robert

Arts & Literature

Plume

Praise for Latino Talent "Latino Talent is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning about Hispanic Americans in the workplace and in leveraging and maximizing their contributions. This unique book--written by an expert who's deeply respected in this field--provides a practical and compelling perspective on why organizations should continue to invest in developing?this?young and increasingly influential population segment."? --RAYMOND ARROYO, Chief Diversity Officer, Aetna Inc., and President,?PRIMER "Latino Talent is a must-read for diversity and HR executives who are responsible for Latino initiatives in their organizations. The book also provides justification as to why organizations need to raise the sense of urgency regarding their Latino-related workplace practices." --TIM RICHMOND, Vice President, Talent Acquisition, Abbott Laboratories "Latino Talent includes wonderful insights gleaned from practitioners in the field. Readers are exposed to corporate best practices when it comes to Latino talent management initiatives. The strategies and solutions provided in Latino Talent are proven, applicable, and deliver results." --ISAIAS ZAMARRIPA, Director, Talent Acquisition, General Mills Corporation "America has awakened to the large and growing Latino demographic in this country and now wants to tap into this fast-growing consumer base. The best way to make inroads into this demographic is by building your Latino talent pool so they can create successful programs that get results. Whether you're at a Fortune 1000 company, government agency, academic institution, or not-for-profit organization, you'll want to read this strategic approach to building your Latino leadership." --ABE TOMAS HUGHES II, CEO, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) "Employers interested in maximizing the contributions of Latinos in the workplace will find Latino Talent to be very useful and practical. In this book, Dr. Rodriguez has done extensive research to help companies and employees build bridges for understanding and inclusion." --JULIE FASONE HOLDER, Corporate Vice President, Human Resources, The Dow Chemical Company

Latino Talent: Effective Strategies to Recruit, Retain and Develop Hispanic Professionals

Business & Money

Business Culture

wiley

Bad As I Wanna Dress

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

Random House Value Publishing

A behind-the-scenes look at the film world by the 23-year-old director of El Mariachi, a highly successful low-budget independent film, covers the making of that film and the business deals that made its success possible. 15,000 first printing. Tour.

Rebel Without a Crew: Or How a 23-Year-Old Filmmaker with $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player

Dutton Adult

The film-maker Robert Rodriguez describes how he made "El Mariachi" for $7000, demonstrating many ways in which a film-maker can do for nothing what professionals spend thousands of dollars doing without a second thought.

Rebel Without a Crew (Dillons/Sunday Times Edition): How a 23-year-old Film-maker with $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player

Faber and Faber Ltd.

A joint effort by the director of Pulp Fiction and three other celebrated new filmmakers, the screenplay of the major movie, Four Rooms, takes place in a seedy hotel on New Year's Eve. Original. Movie tie-in.

Four Rooms: Four Friends Telling Four Stories Making One Film

Tarantino,Quentin

Rockwell, Alexandre

Movies

Miramax

The decade after the Beatles’ split gets a second look… In 2010, Robert Rodriguez's Fab Four FAQ 2.0: The Beatles 1970-1980 told the story of the ex-band mates during the first ten years after calling it quits, detailing efforts to establish four separate artistic identities while laboring in the shadow of their glorious collective past; all the while facing the inevitable query, “So when are the Beatles getting back together?” But while 2.0 covered an enormous amount of ground, there were still more stories to tell: John's fight to stay in America against the forces of Nixon Administration; the lawsuits against their business allies—and each other; unreleased recordings; the promo films; album art; covers of ex-Beatle music by other artists (as well as covers by ex-Beatles of other artists' material); bootleg releases and many more subjects. In Solo in the 70s, you’ll learn about their people: producers and engineers they worked with; up-and-comers branded as “the new Beatles;” protégés; friends and associates, and a roll call of deaths in the “family.” Putting it all in perspective is a 30,000 word day-by-day timeline, contextualizing rock’s evolution throughout the 1970s, ending with the death of John Lennon. See for yourself the peers and artistic rivals the ex-Beatles worked alongside while crafting their art and how it all fit together. Solo In The 70s is a welcome addition to the Beatles' reference canon. Richly illustrated with period ephemera, it draws the reader into the world that fans inhabited back in the day. Whether you're seeking to learn more about the post-break-up era or want to revisit a glorious time when four ex-Beatles were creating new music worthy of their legacy, Solo In The 70s puts this unsung era into focus.

Solo in the 70s: John, Paul, George, Ringo: 1970-1980

Bemis Publishing Group

Sisters Mila and Mica have just come outside to play when they discover a butterfly with a broken wing and want to help it fly again. They know how their parents help them feel betterwill it help an injured butterfly? Based on a true story of sisters who found a butterfly with a broken wing and unable to fly, this is a heartwarming story that teaches concern, compassion and consideration for others to young readers.

Mila & Mica Butterfly Cheese

Children's Books

Rodriguez, Yalixa

Growing Up & Facts of Life

BookBaby

Unlock the potential of employee resource groups with&nbsp;advice from an accomplished&nbsp;industry&nbsp;thought leader&nbsp; In&nbsp;Employee Resource Group Excellence,&nbsp;renowned&nbsp;management and diversity expert&nbsp;Dr.&nbsp;Robert Rodriguez delivers&nbsp;a comprehensive exploration of the current state of employee resource groups (ERGs) in corporate America and&nbsp;a step-by-step roadmap to&nbsp;elevating their performance.&nbsp; The book draws on the author's&nbsp;extensive experience in consulting with&nbsp;America's most well-known companies to discuss&nbsp;successful and current ERG initiatives in&nbsp;corporations,&nbsp;universities&nbsp;and&nbsp;nonprofits, as well as ERG efforts being undertaken outside the United States. You'll also discover:&nbsp; <ul> <li>In-depth&nbsp;case studies&nbsp;highlighting&nbsp;ERG&nbsp;best practices,&nbsp;current trends&nbsp;and metrics&nbsp;</li> <li>Common pitfalls and mistakes that derail ERGs from achieving&nbsp;their goals&nbsp;</li> <li>Insights from the "The 4C&nbsp;Assessment," the only ERG evaluation tool on the market today&nbsp;that&nbsp;has been completed by over 250 corporations and which&nbsp;examines&nbsp;the ERG pillars of&nbsp;careers, culture, community, and commerce&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> Perfect for Chief Diversity Officers, ERG program managers, and ERG leaders&nbsp;in companies of all kinds,&nbsp;Employee Resource Group Excellence&nbsp;is also a must-have resource for HR professionals&nbsp;and other corporate executives interested in unlocking the full potential of these powerful&nbsp;groups&nbsp;as they strive to reach excellence.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Employee Resource Group Excellence: Grow High Performing ERGs to Enhance Diversity, Equality, Belonging, and Business Impact

It's all here in one richly illustrated book with rare photos: a Beatles biography, the British Invasion, Sgt. Peppers, Beatlesmania, and all the players--Brian Epstein, George Martin, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George Harrison and John Lennon. Biography as art, written by a leading Beatles authority, Robert Rodriguez, one the best rock historians today and a marvelous, acclaimed writer. This Beatles book might be his best work.The story of the boys from Liverpool: their hits, their movies, their tours, their women, and their legend. The ample, entertaining text--complete with over 100 photos and memorabilia--is peppered with Beatles quotes, "Fab Facts" and Beatles Lyrics.The story begins in England in the 1950s, moves throughout the world to the Beatles solo careers and into the 21st Century. Author Rodriguez captures their legend well and portrays their magic like no other Beatles book. Every Beatles fan deserves to own this book as gift to themselves.

The Beatles: The Long and Fabulous Road: Beatles Biography: The British Invasion, Brian Epstein, Paul, George, Ringo and John Lennon Biography--Beatlemania, Sgt. Peppers

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

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