a compilation of our preferred films helmed by him, yet we’re also cheering on the scientists endeavoring to transform his 2010 film “Inception” into reality. We’re somewhat captivated, if you couldn’t tell, so we were rather astonished to discover that the director is a great admirer of a particular silly action comedy, and it’s one that’s currently up for streaming on HBO Max and other platforms if you’re intrigued.
Drawing inspiration from sketches on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” 2010’s “MacGruber” serves as a direct spoof of the 1985 TV series “MacGyver” — a show centered around a special agent who opts to wield his scientific knowledge over firearms. Although MacGruber might avoid leveraging his intellect, and reviews for the film are mixed among audiences and critics, director Christopher Nolan is a passionate fan. Indeed, the director of “MacGruber,” Jorma Taccone, disclosed in a 2020 interview with Vanity Fair that the “Inception” director would frequently quote dialogue from the film to actress Anne Hathaway.
Upon learning that the director enjoyed “MacGruber,” Taccone inquired if Nolan would be keen on participating in a read-through for Peacock’s “MacGruber” TV pilot in 2020, although the director regrettably could not attend. Nevertheless, Taccone did convey the director’s reaction to Vanity Fair, which stated “Though I can’t be there in person to witness you embark on the first step of your odyssey — know that my spirit soars with you.”