Director Christopher Nolan recently discussed his aversion to modern technology, despite the fact that his movies do not reflect this sentiment. In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Nolan revealed that he personally delivers film scripts to actors and avoids using email.
Nolan explained that he avoids distractions by not heavily relying on modern technology. While he acknowledges the incredible capabilities of technology, he chooses not to be overly involved with it. For him, staying focused on his work and avoiding distractions is paramount. As he is involved in generating his own material and writing his own scripts, he finds that being on a smartphone all day would not be useful for his creative process.
The director also spoke about the importance of privacy and how technology can encroach upon it. He emphasized that his preference for privacy is not about secrecy but rather about having the freedom to experiment, make mistakes, and be as adventurous as possible in his creative endeavors. As a result, Nolan personally delivers scripts to the cast members of his films, ensuring that they have a physical copy rather than relying on digital communication.
For his latest project, the biographical thriller about J. Robert Oppenheimer, titled “The Oppenheimer,” Nolan personally delivered the scripts to the entire cast, including Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, and Robert Downey Jr. This hands-on approach is characteristic of Nolan’s commitment to his craft and his desire to maintain a level of privacy and control in his creative process.
Nolan’s approach to avoiding excessive reliance on modern technology may be unconventional in today’s digital age, but it aligns with his creative vision and personal preferences. It allows him to stay focused, maintain privacy, and deliver his work directly to the actors involved, fostering a more intimate and collaborative atmosphere.