Leonardo DiCaprio’s Favorite Christopher Nolan Film Is Not ‘Inception’
In a recent interview, Leonardo DiCaprio revealed that his favorite Christopher Nolan film is not Inception, but the 2008 classic The Dark Knight. This revelation came as a surprise to many, given DiCaprio's leading role in Nolan’s 2010 blockbuster.
DiCaprio was speaking alongside his One Battle After Another co-star Benicio del Toro during a conversation with Steve Weintraub from Collider. In the interview, both actors shared their top selections from various acclaimed filmmakers.
“It made sense for him to steer clear of ‘Inception’ on a pure fairness level,” noted Weintraub.
DiCaprio’s performance as the paranoid revolutionary Bob in One Battle After Another has been widely praised, even if the film did not dominate the box office. His role has earned him recognition as a strong contender for awards such as Best Actor at the upcoming Academy Awards.
The Oscar-winning actor also mentioned that he will soon collaborate with director Paul Thomas Anderson, adding another auteur to his extensive list of filmmaking partners. Over the years, he has worked with some of cinema’s most celebrated directors, including Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, and Baz Luhrmann—collaborations that, according to DiCaprio, have deepened his understanding of storytelling and artistic vision.
Author’s Summary
Leonardo DiCaprio surprised fans by naming The Dark Knight—not Inception—as his favorite Christopher Nolan film, revealing his admiration for Nolan’s storytelling beyond their own collaboration.