Nolan s ultra-low-budget debut, made while working full-time, used available light and cheap film stock. It's ambitious yet amateurish, featuring a nonlinear narrative and twist ending.
An adaptation of the 1997 Norwegian thriller about a troubled cop who kills his partner while investigating a murder.
Nolan s follow-up to The Dark Knight depicts Batman's downfall at Bane's hands. A huge hit, but arguably a disappointment compared to its predecessor.
Nolan reinvented the superhero movie with a grounded take on Batman, featuring Christian Bale as the Caped Crusader. This film laid the foundation for modern superhero cinema.
A response to critics of Inception, Tenet is Nolan s most ambitious and oblique film. It features heroes who can invert time, creating a complex yet thrilling narrative.
An ingenious thriller told in reverse, about a man avenging his wife s death who can t form new memories. The narrative structure mimics the protagonist s disorientation.
Nolan crafted a film about thieves who infiltrate dreams to plant ideas. The complex, multi-layered dream structure creates a unique and thrilling experience.
A poignant space epic about a quest to find a new home for humanity. Initially divisive, it s now recognized as one of Nolan s best, blending special effects, science, and emotion.
An adaptation of Christopher Priest s novel featuring complex characters. Dueling magicians in 1900s London engage in an intricate plot with dazzling twists and red herrings.
Zendaya stunned in not one, but two looks for the evening. Her second look, a flowing white gown, was a particular standout.