How did Christopher Nolan start his film career?

How did Christopher Nolan start his film career?

Christopher Nolan began his career with low-budget independent films, including "Following" (1998), which he financed himself. His breakthrough came with "Memento" (2000), a psychological thriller that gained critical acclaim and awards at film festivals. This led to studio projects like "Insomnia" (2002) and the blockbuster "Batman Begins" (2005), establishing him as a leading director in Hollywood.