- Christopher Nolan: Director of 'Oppenheimer,' recent winner at the DGA Awards [1].
- Celine Song: First-time director of 'Past Lives,' awarded at the DGA Awards [1].
- Peter Hoar: Director of 'The Last of Us,' winner at the DGA Awards [1].
- Judd Apatow: Host of the DGA Awards; prominent figure in comedy directing [1].
- David Nutter: Recipient of the lifetime achievement award for television direction [1].
- Ryusuke Hamaguchi: Director known for his Oscar-winning film 'Drive My Car' [2].
- Alice Rohrwacher: Renowned director of lyrical narratives exploring unique communities [2].
- Agnieszka Holland: Veteran director recognized for storytelling on refugee experiences [2].
- Ethan Hawke: Director of a portrait about Southern writer Flannery O’Connor, acclaimed [2].
- Yance Ford: Director of 'Strong Island,' known for exploring themes of police violence [2].
- Alice Walker: Author whose work inspired the musical adaptation of 'The Color Purple' directed by Bazawule [3].
- Jordan Peele: Director and writer known for his impactful films analyzing race and society [4].
- Denis Villeneuve: Director known for the 'Dune' series, praised for its visionary storytelling [4].
- Greta Gerwig: Acclaimed director of 'Barbie,' recognized for her unique approach to storytelling [4].
- Sam H. Freeman: Co-director known for exploring complex themes in 'Femme' [4].
- Stephen Ujlaki: Co-director of a documentary exploring the influence of Christian nationalism [4].
- Ena Sendijarević: Director with notable work critiquing Dutch colonialism in 'Sweet Dreams' [4].
- Christy Hall: Director of 'Daddio,' praised for her debut film [4].
- Çatak: Co-writer and director of 'The Teachers’ Lounge,' recognized for compelling narratives [3].
- Vera Drew: Director of a unique indie film blending themes of identity and pop culture [4].
- Kaphar: Director of 'Exhibiting Forgiveness,' exploring personal and familial themes [3].

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