Every Christopher Nolan film ranked from worst to best

“Every film should have its own world, a logic and feel to it that expands beyond the exact image that the audience is seeing,” Christopher Nolan once said, an approach to directing that’s established him as the master of immersive cinema. Whether it’s the gritty urban landscapes of Gotham City, the overseas battlefields of the Second World War or the vast expanses of outer space, the two-time Oscar winner can draw audiences in like no other. And this week he’s bringing Ancient Greece to the multiplexes for a typically audacious adaptation of Homer’s literary epic The Odyssey. To celebrate, here are his past cinematic adventures ranked from worst to best.

Samurai stories : Japan's elite warriors

Losing tradition

After a few centuries, Japan was becoming more familiar with the West. In 1858, the Tokugawa leadership started making trade deals that brought them much unpopularity among the conservative Japanese, including the samurai.

Samurai stories : Japan's elite warriors 

Slow demise

In 1588, samurai were making less than they were previously. It was also banned for anyone who was not a samurai to carry a katana. This social rule meant that samurai were still highly respected. The prestige they had kept them happy for a while, despite their worse financial position.

Samurai stories : Japan's elite warriors 

A different calling

In the 16th century, many samurai had adapted to the new peaceful norm and did not fight. Instead, they spread out into society with different roles, but their privilege remained.

Samurai stories : Japan's elite warriors 

Bushido

It was in the 16th century that Japan adopted the principles of Bushido across the country. It became a national identity and is still prevalent in contemporary Japan.