Leonardo DiCaprio’s Favorite Christopher Nolan Film
In a recent interview, Leonardo DiCaprio revealed that his favorite Christopher Nolan movie is not Inception, but rather the 2008 film The Dark Knight.
DiCaprio's Recent Success and Collaborations
DiCaprio’s role as the paranoid revolutionary Bob in One Battle After Another wasn’t a major box office hit but earned him critical acclaim. It has positioned him as a strong contender for the "Best Actor in a Leading Role" at the upcoming Academy Awards. Additionally, this film marks the first time he has worked with Paul Thomas Anderson, adding to his list of acclaimed directors.
He has previously collaborated multiple times with prominent directors such as Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Baz Luhrmann, gaining valuable insight into filmmaking.
Insight Into DiCaprio’s Favorite Films
Given his extensive work with celebrated filmmakers, DiCaprio’s film preferences are particularly intriguing. Since many of his favorite films come from directors he has worked with, it is expected that some choices overlap.
During an interview with Collider's Steve Weintraub, DiCaprio was asked about his top Christopher Nolan film. Choosing to avoid the popular choice of Inception for the sake of fairness, he gave a surprising yet justifiable answer.
Context of the Interview
Leonardo DiCaprio was accompanied by his One Battle After Another co-star, Benicio del Toro, when responding to Weintraub's questions about their favorite films from various esteemed directors.
"Leonardo DiCaprio's favorite Christopher Nolan film isn't Inception, but the 2008 film, The Dark Knight."
Author's summary: Leonardo DiCaprio values The Dark Knight above other Nolan films, highlighting his thoughtful appreciation of cinema beyond popular opinion.
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