Name: Rian Johnson and Guillermo del Toro Helped Shape 'Leave the World Behind'
Uploaded: 2023-12-20T14:11:18-05:00
Duration: 14 min 38 s
Description: Rian Johnson and Guillermo del Toro Helped Shape 'Leave the World Behind'

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Rian Johnson and Guillermo del Toro Helped Shape 'Leave the World Behind'

Director Sam Esmail reveals Johnson’s and del Toro’s contributions to the movie, how Julia Roberts got involved, his favorite needle drops, and more.

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"Leave the World Behind" is a propulsive thriller that brings a fresh take on the disaster movie genre, prioritizing character development over spectacle.
Director Sam Esmail, known for his work on Netflix's "Mr. Robot," draws on his experience in TV to experiment with different filmmaking techniques and camera angles.
Esmail received honest feedback from fellow directors Jonathan Levine, Rian Johnson, and Guillermo del Toro, who provided valuable insights and helped shape the final version of the film.

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