Christopher Nolan, born in London, England on July 30, 1970, is a director, screenwriter and producer[12-13]。
The first feature film by Christopher Nolan on April 24, 1998《follow》Released at the San Francisco Film Festival[61]。In 2000, Christopher Nolan relied on his《Memory fragment》Won him the 74thOscarNomination of[85]。In 2005, directed the first film of Batman trilogy series《Batman: The Mystery of Chivalry》[14]。Works directed the next year《Deadly magic》[15]With its unique atmosphere and exquisite structure, it won the nomination for best photography at the 79th Academy Awards[78]。In 2008《Dark Knight》It has become a classic in the hearts of movie fans, not only winning the 81st Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor and Best Sound Editing[16]。In 2010, with《Inception space》[18]Nominated for Best Director and Best Original Script of Golden Globe Award[17]。In 2012, directed a series of films again《Batman: The Rise of the Dark Knight》[79]。Biography directed by Nolan on November 7, 2014《Interstellar passage》Shown in North America[19]。In 2018, with《Dunkirk》WonAtlanta Film Critics Association AwardBest Director[1]、The 90th Academy AwardsBest Director Nomination[86]。On September 3, 2020, Nolan wrote and directed a science fiction film《creed》Shown in the United States[20][106]On July 21, 2023, the biopic directed by Nolan《Oppenheimer》Shown in North America[56]。In 2024, Nolan wonThe 96th Academy AwardsBest Film, Best Director and other awards[57]。
The 77th British Film Academy AwardOptimal guideActing[87] Best Director of the 81st Golden Globe Awards[88] The 96th Academy Awards for Best Director[89]
Christopher Nolan was born in London, England on July 30, 1970. When he was young, he often ran on both sides of the United States and Britain(Because my mother is a stewardess), so the accent is British, but sometimes the voice suddenly turns to American.He is familiar with the culture and living habits of both countries[2]。
In 1977, Nolan, who was seven years old, used his father's super 8 camera to shoot his own toy soldiers, and began his earliest film creation[25-26]。Since he was only 11 years old, his dream of becoming a professional filmmaker has taken root in his heart.In 1984, Nolan successfully completed his studies in the Catholic Preparatory School, and then he embarked on a journey to London to study at Hallibuury College in Hertfordshire, opening a new chapter in his life[58-59]。
In 1989, his surrealist short film《Tarantala》OnPublic Broadcasting Corporation of AmericaIn the independent film series.In 1992, he came from LondonHertfordshireHe graduated from high school at Hallibuury College and then enteredUniversity College London(UCL) Study English literature.During his university years, he and his like-minded partners jointly founded the "16mm" club, which is dedicated to shooting many short films[12][27]。In 1996, he directed the short film Theft inCambridge Film FestivalOn the successful exhibition[28]。In 1997, he directed a three minute short film again《doodlebug 》This work was later included in the DVD Cinema16: British Short Films and released in 2003.[29]
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Initial stage
In 1996, he shot his first real movie with friends of his "16mm" club for only 6000 dollars《follow》This is Nolan's first work. He wrote, produced, edited, directed and even shot this work himself. Black films have become more attractive in modern films.[30]
In 2000, cameHollywoodNolan of Development directed and wrote the film《Memory fragment》The excellent performance of this film has won Nolan widespread praise, and he has also won theOscar Award for Best Original Screenplay, Oscar Award for Best Film Editing, and other awards. At the same time, he has successfully attracted the attention of mainstream Hollywood film industry.[31][85]
In 2002, Nolan got the chance to shoot the first Hollywood commercial film "Chasing Murderers in the White Night"[32]。This is of great significance to his career, because it is his first time to contact with large budget film production[33]。This time he did not use the non-linear narrative he was good at, but Nolan still successfully demonstrated his directing ability in mainstream Hollywood movies, laying the foundation for his further development in Hollywood[34]。
In 2003, Nolan invited British actor Christian Bell as the leading role to direct the production of commercial comic films《Batman: The Mystery of Chivalry》[62], which began shooting in March 2004.One of the reasons for the long shooting cycle is that director Nolan decided not to use the double team mode. He ensured the implementation of the film idea through his personal in-depth and careful work, which made the film show a realistic style in design, special effects and special effects[62]。On June 15, 2005《Batman: The Mystery of Chivalry》（Batman Begins）Officially released, it was selected as one of the top three summer blockbusters, and won rave reviews from cartoon fans and critics[63]。
The Enigma of the Swordsman
On October 20, 2006, the director completed the fantasy film《Deadly magic》[64]。Director Christopher Nolan successfully constructed the complicated and imaginative contradictory relationship between Robert Angel and Alfred Borden[65]。
On July 14, 2008, the film directed by Christopher Nolan《Batman: Dark Knight》It premiered in New York.[107]
In 2010, Nolan directed a science fiction film themed with dreams《Inception space》[66]。Inception is Nolan's seventh film and his first test in the field of science fiction film[67]。In 2011, the film won the 37th Saturn Award for best director and best screenwriter in the film category[90]。
On August 14, 2013, his brother Jonathan Nolan wrote the script《Interstellar passage》[70]。The film was released in North America on November 7, 2014[71]。As of July 2, 2014, this film has become the only one of the top ten global box office films in 2014 that is not remake, sequel, restart or adaptation[36-37]。In 2015, it won five nominations in the 87th Academy Awards.[38]
On July 21, 2017, Nolan wrote and directed a war movie《Dunkirk》Shown in North America[72]After the film was released, it successfully surpassed《Saving Private Ryan》And《Pearl Harbor》, known as "the most successful World War II movie ever".This success not only brought Nolan a higher reputation, but also set a new milestone for him in the film world[39]。In 2018, the film won three Oscars: Best Editing, Best Mixing and Best Sound Editing.[86]
Dunkirk
In 2020, Christopher Nolan directed《creed》Originally released in the UK on August 26[73]。In 2021, Nolan was nominated for the 93rd Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects and Best Art Direction.[91]
On July 21, 2023, Nolan wrote and directed his own film《Oppenheimer》Shown in North America[74]。In December of the same year, Nolan directed《Oppenheimer》Obtained 2023AtlantaBest Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best ScreenplayBest Photography8 Honors for Best Original Music and Best Group Play[40]。
On January 7, 2024, Christopher Nolan won the 81st prize for OppenheimerGolden Globe Award for Best Director[92]。A movie directed by him at the same time《Oppenheimer》Won five awards, including best film (plot), best director, best actor, best supporting actor and best original score[75]。
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Christopher Nolan has his elder brother Matthew and younger brother Jonathan Nolan is a screenwriter, director and producer[81-82]。Because of their parents, the three brothers have been traveling between the United Kingdom and the United States since childhood[9][83]。
Christopher Nolan's father is an Englishman who works as an advertisement copywriter.Her mother is an American and works as a steward[80]。
Nolan met his wife Emma Thomas on their first day in college and joined the film club together.Nolan studies technology, and Emma is responsible for operation.After graduation, Emma entered the New Market Film Company, became one of the producers of Memory Fragments, and has always been a loyal audience of Nolan's works[84]。
habit
Nolan is only used to wearing two suits on the set, one in cold weather and the other in hot weather.Because he thinks that "thinking about what clothes to wear every day is a waste of energy".Nolan likes tea very much, especiallyEarl Grey Tea, so he often has a teapot in his coat[41-42]。
Nolan even rarely uses his mobile phone. When he wants to make a phone call, he usually borrows it from the staff."I'll never be more than five feet away from someone who has a phone," Nolan said.He also enjoys the life away from mobile phones, because it allows him more time to focus and think[43-44]。
The film directed by Nolan has been constantly challenging the limits of film narrative, presenting a grand story for the audience, exploring incredible heroes and bold plans, and at the same time, calmly examining the complex human nature and moral entanglements reflected behind the story[76]。(commented by Beijing News)
Christopher Nolan is one of the most influential international famous directors in the contemporary era. He has numerous supporters all over the world and is also loved by Chinese audiences.Almost all of Nolan's works can achieve the dual success of business and art, reflecting the outstanding creativity and control.For example, the Batman: The Dark Knight series has reached a new height of superhero movies, Inception has triggered a global debate with its outstanding narrative techniques, and the human exploration spirit and kinship performance in Star Trek are deeply moving... Nolan can always maintain a distinctive personal style in Hollywood, which is full of typologies, and has won audience recognition.Some critics believe that Nolan is an important reformer of Hollywood commercial films in the new century.[77](China Youth Online Review)
