sandbox

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Throughout his career, Soderbergh has sought out new technology and filmmaking techniques to play around with, lending his work an exciting sandbox quality where anything goes.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

It’s fun to just play around in the sandbox and experiment and stumble upon something.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2025

He's previously described the fatigue of managing vast open-world sandbox games like Red Dead Redemption and GTA as playing a role in his departure.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

Playgrounds may remain as nostalgic landmarks, but the new measure of family fun looks more like a tasting menu than a sandbox.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 3, 2025

I played with a little sandbox on the table next to me, drawing swirls in the sand with my fingers.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana