The 10 Best Director Cameos (Who Appeared in Their Own Movies)
For cinephiles, it's always a treat when the director of a movie makes a small appearance in their own film. Here are some iconic examples!
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The 10 Best Jim Jarmusch Movies of All Time, Ranked
Jim Jarmusch is a film director like no other. To really know what makes him special, check out his best movies of all time.
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The 10 Best Indie Directors and Independent Filmmakers, Ranked
Independent filmmakers may seem artsy or pretentious, but not all are like that. These indie directors are proof.
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The 10 Best Horror Movie Directors of All Time, Ranked
Perhaps more so than any other genre, horror movies live or die by the brilliance of their directors. Here are our favorite horror directors.
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The 15 Best Movies by Black Directors, Ranked
Every director has a unique perspective, and black directors bring all kinds of fresh and compelling stories worth watching.
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The 7 Best Japanese Directors in Cinema History, Ranked
Here are the greatest Japanese movie directors who have gifted us with some of the best international cinema we've ever seen.
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The 7 Most Commercially Successful Movie Directors, Ranked
Which movie directors have earned the most money over their careers? It takes skill to make movies that bring viewers to theaters!
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22 Famous Movie Directors and Their Cinematic Styles, Explained
Every famous movie director has their own personal style of filmmaking. Here are the most notable examples to know about!
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The 7 Best Auteur Filmmakers of the 21st Century, Ranked
When a movie director is so distinct that every film they make is instantly recognizable as theirs, it becomes impossible to ignore them.
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The 12 Greatest Female Movie Directors (And Their Best Films)
Female directors are heavily outnumbered in Hollywood, but the best of them are just as skilled as their male counterparts.
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The Magic of Taika Waititi: What Makes Him So Different in Hollywood?
Taika Waititi is blowing up, mainly because he brings a fresh style to Hollywood and television. Here's what you need to know.
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The 10 Greatest Documentary Filmmakers (And Their Best Films)
There's a world of difference between directing a movie and creating a documentary. These documentarians are another breed altogether.
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The 7 Most Difficult Movie Directors to Work With (And Why)
Directing movies is no easy feat. In pursuit of great results, movie directors often make life hell for everyone around them.
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The 7 Best M. Night Shyamalan Movies, Ranked
He's had his ups and downs, but one thing is clear: there's no Hollywood movie director quite like M. Night Shyamalan.
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The 8 Best Movies Directed by Alfonso Cuarón, Ranked
Alfonso Cuarón isn't just a great Mexican director. He's one of the best movie directors of our time, and these movies speak for him.
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The 5 Most Overlooked Masterpiece Films by Famous Directors
Popular movies aren't always excellent. And on the flipside, some of the best films often fly under the radar—even for famous directors.
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The 10 Best Movies That Changed Directors During Production
Usually, a change in director midway through production spells disaster. But not always! Here are examples of when it went right.
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The 9 Best Movies by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, Ranked
The filmmaking duo of Phil Lord and Christopher Miller have knocked it out of the park with their movies time and time again.
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The 10 Best Robert Rodriguez Movies, Ranked
Looking for a unique movie director with his own style? Robert Rodriguez has given us some truly creative films over the years.
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Who Was Orson Welles? 10 Fun Facts You Probably Didn't Know
Orson Welles is still known as one of the most legendary movie directors of all time. Here are a few things you probably didn't know about him.
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Why "Inside Llewyn Davis" Is a Coen Brothers Masterpiece: 5 Reasons
The Coen Brothers have many iconic films, but Inside Llewyn Davis sits atop them all—and if you haven't seen it yet, you really ought to.
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The 8 Best Coen Brothers Movies, Ranked
No one makes a movie like the Coen brothers do. Here are their best movies and why each one stands out from the usual Hollywood fare.
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The 11 Best Guillermo del Toro Movies, Ranked: Which One Is His Best?
Guillermo del Toro is a one-of-a-kind filmmaker, and that's proven by every single movie he's made. Here's how they stack up.
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The Fall of Christopher Nolan: The Iconic Filmmaker's Era Comes to End
Christopher Nolan has crafted several masterpieces, but his latest films show that his edge has dulled. Has he peaked? Is his era over?
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The 12 Best Director's Cuts of Movies Better Than Their Theatrical Cuts
Sometimes a director has to release a movie with changes they didn't want to make. The director's cut shows us their original intended vision.
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The 10 Best Judd Apatow Movies of All Time, Ranked
Judd Apatow has had a huge influence on R-rated comedy movies. Here are his best comedy gems that have left a mark on the genre.
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The 7 Greatest Sci-Fi Movie Directors and Filmmakers, Ranked
Sci-fi movies are hard to get right, and even harder to make great. These movie directors are the best when it comes to sci-fi cinema.
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The 10 Best Horror Films by Wes Craven, Ranked
Wes Craven is the most iconic horror movie director of all time, as evidenced by his best films and how they impacted the genre.
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Every Adam McKay Movie, Ranked: Which One Is His Best?
Adam McKay directed some of the most unforgettable comedy movies of the 2000s. Which ones stand out?
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Why Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life Is a Perfect Movie: A Retrospective
Is there such a thing as a perfect movie? The Tree of Life is not your usual film, and that's only one reason why it's perfect cinema.
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Every James Cameron Movie, Ranked: Which One Is His Best?
Movie director James Cameron has had quite an influence on cinema over the years, due to the iconic blockbusters he's created.
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The 10 Best Ridley Scott Movies, Ranked (And Why They're Amazing)
Ridley Scott is one of the greatest filmmakers in cinema history. How many of his incredible movies have you seen or recognize?
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The 5 Best Terrence Malick Movie Masterpieces, Ranked
Terrence Malick is one of the greatest movie directors of our time. These movies show how he's different and beyond most of his contemporaries.
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The 10 Best Denis Villeneuve Movies of All Time, Ranked
Denis Villeneuve is one of the best living movie directors, able to work any movie genre. Here are his must-watch movies, ranked.
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The 8 Best John Hughes Movies, Ranked (And Their Best Moments)
The legendary filmmaker John Hughes played a magical role in some of our favorite films of all time.
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5 Legendary Movie Directors Cursed by Their Masterpiece Films
Is there anything worse than peaking early? These incredible film directors are burdened by their best work—and rightfully so.
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Who Is Steven Spielberg? 10 Fun and Interesting Facts
You've probably heard of Steven Spielberg, but what do you really know about him? Here are some fun and interesting facts!
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The 10 Best Edgar Wright Movies, Ranked (Directed and Written)
Edgar Wright is one of the most unique directors and writers in cinema. Here are his best movies that you need to check out!
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Every John Carpenter Movie, Ranked: Which One Is the Best?
John Carpenter has directed 18 feature films in over three decades. Here's every single one of his movies ranked from the worst to the best.
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The 10 Best Tim Burton Movies, Ranked
Tim Burton has earned his spot among household name movie directors. Here are his best movies worth watching if you haven't yet.
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The 9 Best Wes Anderson Movies of All Time, Ranked
Wes Anderson is wholly unique as a movie director. No one can make a film like he does. Watch these movies if you haven't already!
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The 10 Best Steven Spielberg Movies of All Time, Ranked
Steven Spielberg is up there in ranks with the most influential movie directors of all time. Here are his best movies that are must-watches!
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The 11 Best David Fincher Movies, Ranked
You've heard of David Fincher, but have you seen his best movies? Here they are ranked—make sure you check out the most worthwhile ones!
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The 7 Best Orson Welles Movies, Ranked: Which One Is King?
Orson Welles was one of the best movie directors the world has ever seen. Here are his best movies, all of which you should watch if you haven't already.
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The Most Iconic Actors and Directors Who Often Work Together
Ever wonder why a certain actor always appears in a certain director's movies? Check out these actors and directors who LOVE working together.
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The 10 Best Robert Zemeckis Movies, Ranked
Robert Zemeckis has directed several hit movies, many of which you'll recognize. But which one of these iconic movies is his best?
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The 7 Best Stanley Kubrick Movies, Ranked
Stanley Kubrick may be a world-renowned filmmaker, but which of his incredible cinematic masterpieces come out on top?
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The 8 Best Paul Thomas Anderson Movies, Ranked
New to the world-class director Paul Thomas Anderson? Here are his best movies you need to watch.
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The 10 Best David Lynch Movies, Ranked
How does one rank the works of a surrealist cinematic genius? Well, we tried! Here are the best David Lynch movies you have to watch.
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Who Is David Lynch? 10 Weird and Wonderful Facts to Know
David Lynch is one of Hollywood's most esteemed directors. But how much do you know about him? Check out these David Lynch facts!
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The 9 Best Alfred Hitchcock Movies (And Their Influence on Cinema)
Hitchcock forever changed cinema history. Here are the best Alfred Hitchcock movies you need to see if you haven't yet.
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The 9 Best Martin Scorsese Movies of All Time, Ranked
Martin Scorsese is one of the kings of crime thriller movies. Here are our favorite Scorsese movies, ranked all the way to the top.
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The Best Christopher Nolan Movies, Ranked
Christopher Nolan delivers cinematic experiences unlike any other director. Here are his best movies to watch, ranked!
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The Best Quentin Tarantino Movies, Ranked
Quentin Tarantino is one of the most iconic and prolific film directors of modern cinema. Here are the best Quentin Tarantino movies, ranked.
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