Rodo Sayagues

Rodo Sayagues is an Uruguayan screenwriter, producer, lyricist, actor and director best known for his work on Fede Álvarez's films, including Evil Dead (2013) and Don't Breathe (2016).

Rodo Sayagues
NationalityUruguayan
Occupation
  • Screenwriter
  • Producer
  • Lyricist
  • Actor
  • Director
Years active2005–present
Notable work

Career

After writing short films, Sayagues wrote his feature film debut, Evil Dead (2013), which serves as a remake to the 1981 film.[1] He reteamed with Evil Dead director Fede Álvarez to write the 2016 horror film Don't Breathe.[2][3] On May 3, 2016, Warner Bros. hired Sayagues and Álvarez to co-write the script for Monsterpocalypse.[4] On October 11, 2016, Columbia Pictures acquired the rights to Incognito and hired Sayagues, Daniel Casey and Álvarez to write the screenplay.[5] In July 2017, Sayagues and Álvarez will produce an untitled techno thriller film, with Jason Eisener directing, from a script by Simon Barrett.[6][7] In November 2018, Sayagues and Álvarez were brought onboard to co-write the sequel to their 2013 film, Evil Dead.[8][9] In September 2019, Sayagues and Álvarez were hired to co-produce the upcoming untitled The Texas Chainsaw Massacre sequel.[10][11] In January 2020, Sayagues was hired to direct and co-write the sequel Don't Breathe 2, making his directorial debut.[12] The film is scheduled to be released on August 13, 2021.[13]

Filmography

Feature films
Year Title Credited as Notes
Director Writer Producer Lyricist
2013 Evil Dead No Yes No Yes Writer of the song "Baby, Little Baby"[1]
2016 Don't Breathe No Yes Co-Producer No [12]
2017 Get the Weed No No Executive No [12]
2018 The Girl in the Spider's Web No No No Yes Writer and producer of the song "Theta"[14]
2021 Don't Breathe 2 Yes Yes Co-Producer No Post-production[12][15][16]
TBA Untitled The Texas Chainsaw Massacre sequel No No Yes No Filming[17]

Short films
Year Title Credited as Notes
Writer Producer Actor
2005 El Cojonudo Yes Yes No [18]
2009 Ataque de Pánico! Yes No Yes Role: Guy at the phone[19]

References
  1. McIntyre, Gina (July 1, 2011). "'Evil Dead' remake: Diablo Cody polishing script for first-time director". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  2. "Interview: Director Fede Álvarez on 'Don't Breathe'". Comingsoon.net. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  3. Rife, Katie. "'Don't Breathe's Fede Álvarez on reversing our horror expectations". The A.V. Club. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  4. Kit, Borys (May 3, 2016). "Warner Bros. Nabbing 'Monsterpocalypse' Movie Rights in Bidding War (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Valence Media. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  5. Kit, Borys (October 11, 2016). "Sony's 'Incognito' Project Enlists Writer Daniel Casey (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Valence Media. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  6. Ford, Rebecca (July 25, 2017). "Fede Álvarez Developing Techno Thriller From 'The Guest' Screenwriter Simon Barrett". The Hollywood Reporter. Valence Media. Retrieved January 18, 2020.
  7. McNary, Dave (July 25, 2017). "'Hobo With a Shotgun's' Jason Eisener to Direct Thriller for Fede Álvarez". Variety. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved January 18, 2020.
  8. Scott, Ryan (November 2, 2018). "'Evil Dead 2' & 'Don't Breathe 2' Updates Arrive from Director Fede Álvarez". MovieWeb. Retrieved January 18, 2020.
  9. "UPDATED: 'Evil Dead 2' Is Still On With Fede Álvarez Attached!!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved January 18, 2020.
  10. Miska, Brad (September 19, 2019). "Fede Álvarez Producing Next 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' Film! [Exclusive]". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved November 2, 2020.
  11. N'Duka, Amanda (November 19, 2019). "'The Girl In The Spider's Web' Helmer Fede Álvarez Inks Overall Film Deal With Legendary, Will Direct D.C.-Set Horror Pic". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 3, 2020.
  12. Welk, Brian (January 17, 2020). "'Don't Breathe 2' Taps Co-Writer Rodo Sayagues to Direct". TheWrap. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  13. Rubin, Rebecca (October 21, 2020). "'Ghostbusters' Sequel Moves to Summer 2021". Variety. Retrieved October 21, 2020.
  14. Cureton, Sean K. (November 14, 2016). "'Don't Breathe' Director Confirmed to Helm 'Girl in the Spider's Web'". Screen Rant. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  15. Welk, Brian (November 3, 2018). "'Don't Breathe 2' Has a Script but 'Evil Dead 2' Does Not, Says Fede Alvarez". TheWrap. Retrieved January 17, 2019.
  16. Sharf, Zack (November 3, 2018). "Fede Alvarez Confirms 'Don't Breathe 2' Script Is Done, Sequel Will Definitely Happen Before 'Evil Dead 2'". IndieWire. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved January 17, 2019.
  17. Lattanzio, Ryan (September 19, 2019). "'Don't Breathe' Helmer Fede Álvarez to Produce 'Texas Chainsaw' Sequel". IndieWire.com. IndieWire. Retrieved October 15, 2019.
  18. Campbell, Christopher (March 31, 2013). "Get Ready for 'Evil Dead' By Watching Fede Alvarez's Twisted NSFW Horror Comedy 'Mr. Balls'". Film School Rejects. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
  19. "Sam Raimi Helps Filmmaker Fede Álvarez Usher in an Alien Invasion". Dread Central. November 30, 2009. Retrieved January 17, 2020.
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