In a recent interview, Leonardo DiCaprio revealed that his favorite Christopher Nolan film is not Inception, but the 2008 action classic The Dark Knight.
DiCaprio's role as the paranoid revolutionary Bob in One Battle After Another, although not a major box office success, has been a notable achievement for the Oscar-winning actor. It has strengthened his position as a strong contender for awards such as "Best Actor in a Leading Role" at the upcoming Academy Awards.
Additionally, DiCaprio has added working with director Paul Thomas Anderson to his impressive list of collaborators. He has also worked multiple times with other acclaimed directors including Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Baz Luhrmann. These experiences have provided him with deep insights into the art of filmmaking.
Given his collaborations with many renowned directors, DiCaprio’s choices for his favorite films are especially interesting. When asked by Collider’s Steve Weintraub about his top Christopher Nolan film, he chose to avoid Inception to be fair to all of Nolan’s works.
“When he was asked during an interview with Collider's Steve Weintraub what his top Christopher Nolan film was, it made sense for him to steer clear of Inception on a pure fairness level.”
Instead, his favorite Nolan film is the critically acclaimed The Dark Knight, a choice that becomes clear upon closer look.
Leonardo DiCaprio was interviewed alongside his One Battle After Another co-star Benicio del Toro, discussing their favorite directors and films.
“Leonardo DiCaprio was joined by his One Battle After Another co-star, Benicio del Toro, while they were asked by Weintraub about some of their top picks for different prestigious filmmakers.”
DiCaprio’s favorites reflect his deep appreciation for strong storytelling and impactful directing.
Leonardo DiCaprio prefers Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight over Inception, highlighting his respect for impactful storytelling and celebrated collaborators in his career.