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Chloé Zhao for "Nomadland" - The first woman of color to win the award, Zhao's intimate portrait of life on the road captured the beauty and resilience of the American spirit.
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Chloé Zhao
Emerald Fennell for "Promising Young Woman" - In her directorial debut, Fennell crafted a bold and subversive revenge thriller that challenged societal expectations and shattered genre conventions.
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Emerald Fennell
David Fincher for "Mank" - A master of visual storytelling, Fincher's meticulous attention to detail and stunning black-and-white cinematography brought the Golden Age of Hollywood to life.
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David Fincher
Lee Isaac Chung for "Minari" - Drawing from his own experiences as a Korean-American, Chung crafted a heartfelt family drama that explored themes of identity, assimilation, and the American dream.
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Lee Isaac Chung
Thomas Vinterberg for "Another Round" - In this darkly comedic exploration of alcoholism, Vinterberg deftly balanced humor and pathos to create a poignant and deeply human story.
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Thomas Vinterberg