That house — surreal but tangible. No FX, no tricks, just design pushing reality off balance. It showed me how far you can go visually without leaving the real world. The stillness, the geometry — just like ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’ by Wes Anderson, for example. It taught me that a film doesn’t need motion to move you.

Emotion in its rawest form. Love so intense it eats you alive — no heroes, no villains. I’m drawn to those moments where pain and beauty collide, like the crushed foot with no reaction, or two souls drifting on a burning bridge during a celebration Day. Pure poetry in chaos.

I’m a huge fan of motorsport, not just for the speed but for how it’s filmed. That dance between still frames and tracking shots — it’s pure rhythm. This race felt like cinema: precise, intense, and beautifully choreographed. I try to bring that same energy into my work.

Proof that simplicity hits hardest when it’s well-executed. The color-blocked rooms, the switch between close-ups and wides — it’s playful, graphic, unforgettable. It taught me that bold ideas don’t need to be complex to feel massive.

This film taught me the power of casting — real faces, real presence, each role unforgettable. But more than that, it showed me the beauty of defying expectations. The emotion hits harder when it’s not where you expect it.

Watching success unfold is always inspiring. Kanye’s early drive resonated with me — his mentality felt close, that feeling of being on the verge of something big. He took risks, and so do I. If you want something big, you’ve got to step into the unknown.

This video shocked France, but it’s exactly how the wealthy here would see us — kids from the projects, just trying to make it into the city. It taught me that I shouldn’t shy away from making my work uncomfortable, as long as I’m true to it. Disruption can be powerful when it comes from a place of authenticity.

This came at the perfect time, I was just starting to look at directing, and there was something raw yet refined about it. It wasn’t flashy, just sharp. Honest. It made directing feel within reach, like it was all about timing and the right people. It doesn’t align with my current vision, but back then, it lit a spark.

One of my all-time favorite music videos. It’s raw, emotional, and deeply artistic — almost like a documentary with a soundtrack. The encyclopedic imagery and each striking scene hit you hard, leaving a lasting impression. It’s a perfect blend of storytelling and visual power.