- 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].

Christopher Nolan Wins at Directors Guild for ‘Oppenheimer,’ ‘The Bear’ and ‘The Last of Us’ Take TV Prizes: Full DGA Winners List

Who are the top film directors today?

Christopher Nolan

Celine Song

Peter Hoar

Judd Apatow

David Nutter

Ryusuke Hamaguchi

Alice Rohrwacher

Agnieszka Holland

Ethan Hawke

Yance Ford

Alice Walker

Jordan Peele

Denis Villeneuve

Greta Gerwig

Sam H. Freeman

Stephen Ujlaki

Ena Sendijarević

Christy Hall

Çatak

Vera Drew

Kaphar

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