Nuri Bilge Ceylan

Nuri Bilge Ceylan's trophy shelf is a roll call of the film world's highest honors. He is one of only a handful of directors to have won the Palme d'Or, the Grand Prix twice, and the Best Director prize at Cannes, a feat that places him in an elite group. His films have also been recognized at the Golden Orange Festival in Turkey, where he has won multiple awards for directing and screenwriting. Beyond the major festivals, his work has been celebrated by international critics' circles and has earned a devoted following among cinephiles worldwide.