His films consistently celebrate cinema itself, from 'Day for Night' (a behind-the-scenes homage to filmmaking) to his essay films that directly address his love for movies and directors.
Martin Scorsese United StatesThroughout his career he has made films that serve as tributes to cinema history, directors, and genres—from 'Raging Bull' to 'Hugo,' which is a love letter to early cinema and Georges Méliès.
Quentin Tarantino United StatesHis entire body of work is a tribute to cinema through homages, references, and celebrations of film genres, directorial styles, and cinematic moments that have inspired him.