Christopher Nolan: A Critical Study of the Films

Nolan's work ranges from gritty crime thrillers ( , Insomnia) to spectacular blockbusters (the trilogy, ). They have taken audiences from the depths of space ( ) to the harsh realities of war ( ). And they have pushed the boundaries of the possible in modern movie making. This critical history covers his complete filmography, tracing his career from film student to indie darling to Oscar-nominated auteur.