Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan

Verified Professional

Director

1998 - Present
London, England
British-American

12

Films

157

Awards

8.6

Avg Rating

Biography

British-American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his cerebral, nonlinear storytelling. Nolan is considered one of the most innovative filmmakers of his generation, known for blending art-house sensibilities with blockbuster appeal.

Career Highlights

Directorial Debut
1998

Directorial Debut

Released first feature film 'Following'

Career Milestone
Critical Breakthrough
2000

Critical Breakthrough

Released 'Memento' to critical acclaim

Film Release
Box Office Success
2008

Box Office Success

'The Dark Knight' becomes one of the highest-grossing films

Film Release
Innovation in Filmmaking
2010

Innovation in Filmmaking

'Inception' praised for originality and visual effects

Film Release
First Oscar Nomination for Directing
2018

First Oscar Nomination for Directing

Nominated for Best Director for 'Dunkirk'

Award
Academy Award Win
2023

Academy Award Win

Won Best Director and Best Picture for 'Oppenheimer'

Award

Quick Facts

Born

July 30, 1970

Birthplace

London, England

Nationality

British-American

Active Years

1998 - Present

Roles

Director, Writer, Producer

Education

University College London

Known For

Nonlinear storytelling, practical effects, IMAX cinematography

Production Company

Syncopy Films

Social Media

Last verified: May 2023