#4: Christopher Nolan
Nolan single-handedly saved the cerebral studio blockbuster for modern audiences. In an era dominated by cheap digital effects, he insists on using real practical stunts and giant film cameras. Moviegoers line up for his films because he treats the audience with respect, giving us mind-bending plots about time, memory, and science. He turned superhero films into serious drama and brought millions of people back into theaters for original historical stories.
