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Christopher Nolan has firmly established himself as one of the greatest directors in Hollywood history. His remarkable filmography has left an indelible mark, resonating across generations of movie lovers worldwide throughout the years. Everyone loves working with him, and that includes Cillian Murphy and other top actors. With that said, aside fromTokyo Drift, Christopher Nolan has another guilty pleasure movie he has no shame in admitting.

Christopher Nolan is widely praised for his remarkable contributions to cinema, earning unwavering support from both casual viewers and dedicated film enthusiasts. HisBatman trilogy, The Prestige, and other notable works have solidified his revered status in the industry. Nolan is known for pushing the envelope and exploring innovative approaches in filmmaking.
Tokyo DriftIsn’t Christopher Nolan’s Only Guilty Pleasure Movie
Even filmmakers known for their cerebral, intelligent, and complex features aren’t immune to enjoying some trashy or underappreciated works of cinema.Christopher Nolan’slist of guilty pleasure favorites makes for intriguing reading.
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While speaking toFarOut Magazine, the director ofThe Dark Knighttrilogy revealed that Will Ferrell’sTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobbyis one of his ultimate “remote drop” titles, meaning he’ll never be able to stop watching or change the channel if he stumbles across it on TV. Similarly, Saturday Night Live spinoffMacGruberleft such an impression on Nolan that Anne Hathaway revealed it was a good day on set when he was found quoting its lines.
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Nolan’s ongoing fascination with theFast & Furiousfranchise stems from its popcorn-munching escapism, particularly highlighting the third installment,Tokyo Drift, as among his favored form of bombastic entertainment.
Reflecting on his fandom on theHappy Sad Confusedpodcast, Nolan expressed his appreciation for the franchise’s evolution, especially under director Justin Lin’s stewardship, as the films became increasingly wild and expansive, yet remained enjoyable.

“I have no guilt about being a fan of the Fast & Furious franchise,” Nolan stated frankly. “A tremendous action franchise. I watch those movies all the time. I love them.”
His eclectic list of guilty pleasures offers insight into the lighter films Nolan indulges in during his downtime, juxtaposed with his meticulously planned and expertly crafted projects that dominate the box office and awards season.

Cillian Murphy Believes Fans Should Credit Christopher Nolan For 1 Skill That Sets Him Apart
In 2023, Cillian Murphy emerged as one of the biggest names in Hollywood due to his role as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’sOppenheimer, placing him near the top of the list of the best actors in the industry.
During a conversation withJosh Horowitz, Murphy discussed his experience working withChristopher Nolan, highlighting Nolan’s casting skills, which he feels are not adequately recognized.

”I think Chris’ skill at casting is something that people don’t quite talk enough about, he’s always been genius at casting his films, kind of in an unexpected way and he doesn’t go the conventional way in casting and I think it’s always worked out for him.”
Cillian Murphy will always respect Christopher Nolan, and that is unlikely to ever change – something that fans approve of.

Subhojeet Mookherjee
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Subhojeet Mookherjee is a Freelance Entertainment Writer for FandomWire. A lover and expert in all things movies, games, TV shows, music and more. I’ve been in the writing business for over five years now, covering various topics all over the world. I love engaging in deep conversations with like-minded people.
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