'Dunkirk': Christopher Nolan Considered Shooting Film Without a Script | THR News

Christopher Nolan considered filming Dunkirk without a script, inspired by his research and the film's minimalism. Despite his comfort with a script-free approach, his wife and producing partner, Emma Thomas, opposed the idea. Nolan assures fans that he will return to dialogue-driven films in the future.

What unique approach did Christopher Nolan initially consider for Dunkirk?

• Using a script-heavy dialogue

• Shooting the film without a script

• Filming in black and white

• Incorporating musical elements

How does Dunkirk differ from Nolan's film Interstellar?

• Dunkirk is a romantic comedy

• Dunkirk is noted for its minimalism

• Dunkirk is set in space

• Dunkirk has more dialogue

Who was skeptical about Nolan's idea of a script-free Dunkirk?

• Production designer Nathan Crowley

• His brother Jonathan

• The lead actor

• His wife Emma Thomas

What was Nolan's reasoning for considering a script-free approach?

• He was inspired by musical films

• He wanted to focus on visual storytelling

• He aimed to create a comedy

• He wanted to reduce production costs

What does Nolan assure his fans about his future projects?

• He will continue making silent films

• He will focus on documentaries

• He will stop making films

• He will return to dialogue-driven films