Spike Jonze

Spike Jonze's career is marked by a rare combination of critical acclaim and cultural impact. His win for Best Original Screenplay at the 86th Academy Awards for Her made him one of the few directors to take home an Oscar for writing. He is also the only director to have his first two feature films (Being John Malkovich and Adaptation) both nominated for Best Director and Best Screenplay Oscars. Jonze's music video work has earned him multiple MTV Video Music Awards, and his skateboarding film Video Days is considered a landmark in the genre. His ability to move seamlessly between high art and pop culture has made him a beloved figure in multiple creative communities.