“Red Rocket” 21st Century American New Cinema

Right next to the dream

"I partially let go of my Hollywood dreams and moved to the desert."I lived a good life. I worked hard for 20 years. I also did some cool things. But it might be over. Maybe not. I don't know. I'm not going to hold on to this anymore.'' That's what I thought. I think letting go is what drew me back [to the world of movies].'' (Simon Rex)*

The filming crew for ``Red Rocket'' was said to be a small group of about 10 people. Simon Rex, like Mikey Saber, has a history of appearing in porn. Simon Rex's Hollywood career takes a downturn after he is exposed as having appeared in porn. Simon Rex said that when deciding to appear in this film, he approached the project with the mindset that he had nothing to lose. A small team like an independent film. Then, he hired a non-actor with no acting experience who was scouted by Sean Baker. Interaction with local residents. According to Simon Rex, the finished work includes a lot of improvisation. This work contains the reactions of non-actors to ad-libs. And the reaction (=how it is viewed?) is what drives the movie. "It was hot, humid, filthy, and absolutely awesome!" Simon Rex, who played the likable scumbag named Mikey, said filming the film was a lot of fun.

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Guerrilla photography was used in this film. When Sean Baker learns that a long train of cars is arriving, he quickly calls Simon Rex to film the scene. The filming system, which allows for flexible movement in response to chance events, is something unique to Sean Baker's team. This humorous yet heartbreaking scene between Mikey and Strawberry is one of the most beautiful in the film.

Cinematographer Drew Daniels cites `` Duel '' (1974), `` Paris, Texas '' (1984), and Alex Webb's photography as references for the film's look. Drew Daniels, who is an avid fan of `` The Florida Project ,'' responded immediately to Sean Baker's request. Sean Baker's side as a visual artist, who captures the scenery of American suburbs, has deepened since his previous work, `` The Florida Project .'' In the background of Mikey, who rides his bicycle comfortably, is a view of an oil complex. According to my neighbor Ronnie, the area across the river is a high-crime area.

Like ` `The Florida Project ,'' about kids who can't go to Disney World even though it's nearby, Sean Baker's films are about the people who live on the edge of industry and dreams. Sean Baker's films are for those whose American Hidden Figures is out of reach.

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