"Soderbergh's prolificacy's matched only by his eagerness to seemingly make a movie about, pretty much, whatever. Today, Soderbergh's pace is mostly limited by how long it takes to film each title."
"Total control is what he's after. That's why he supposedly retired in the first place; he lamented the lack of control studios allowed him over his own art."
"Self-distribution meant no boundaries, no contradictory notes from executives, no more 'no.' Soderbergh thrived in this new paradigm, becoming more efficient than ever."
"The Christophers takes the entire art economy to task, and that feels like an ideal movie for Soderbergh to release."
Since 2017, Steven Soderbergh has directed 11 films, marking his return from retirement with a diverse range of projects. His latest film, The Christophers, explores themes of aging and art. Soderbergh's filmmaking process is streamlined, allowing him to maintain total control over his work. He edits at night, serves as his own cinematographer, and completes films quickly. This efficiency stems from his desire for creative freedom, which he first experienced with Logan Lucky. The Christophers critiques the art economy, aligning with Soderbergh's current artistic vision.
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