EP 53 - Alejandro Montoya Marin

Alejandro discusses how a breakup was a breakthrough in his career, our mutual love for the film 'Chasing Amy' and why patience was the hardest lesson for him to learn in this episode. Enjoy! Show Notes: 7:40 - Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, Broken Social Scene and others.  9:23 - The play "Braveheart" 13:57 - The T.V Show "Atlanta" 18:42 - How a breakup woke up Alejandro and caused him to work harder. 20:52 - What experiences did Alejandro draw upon to create "Low/Fi" 22:17 - "Chasing Amy" 24:21 - "If I don't do film, I have failed in life ..." 31:48 - "You have to appreciate the bitter to appreciate the sweet ..." 33:02 - "A heartbreak is fuel for future projects ..." 35:28 - How Alejandro has learned to write female characters so accurately. 39:00 - Patience was the hardest lesson to learn. 42:50 - The ending of "Shawshank Redemption" 44:30 - "500 Days of Summer" (special scene) and the impact of that movie on Alejandro.  50:02 - Reading is the newest habit that is most beneficial for Alejandro.  53:02 - "You get one life ... " How to reach Alejandro: Website | Instagram | Youtube  Book Recommendations: Rebel Without a Crew by Robert Rodriguez Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain Extras: Monday Trailer