Spotlights feature conversations with high-profile film and television industry professionals who share helpful advice and insights on their career experiences and creative processes.

In this special conversation you’ll hear from Joseph Kosinski, director of hit films such as Tron: Legacy and Top Gun: Maverick. Kosinski possesses the rare gift of integrating thrilling action with nuanced character development, resulting in stories that are as emotionally resonant as they are dynamic. 2022’s Top Gun: Maverick was not only one of the most successful films of the decade, helping bring back the joy of seeing films with an audience, it was also nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. 

His latest film, F1: The Movie, which he directed and produced, quickly became the highest grossing sports film of all time. It gave fans of Formula 1 a gripping narrative that included real race footage from all over the world and lead actors doing their own hairpin driving. The film’s charismatic performances and enjoyable relationships expanded its audience far beyond fans of the sport, cementing Kosinski as a master of the theatrical experience. 

In this hour-long conversation for filmmakers of all levels, you’ll hear about producing and directing some of Hollywood’s biggest films. Kosinski discusses crafting memorable heroes, bringing his unique take to existing IP, and directing thrilling action sequences.