May 16, 2019
Throughout one of the most storied careers in Hollywood history, visionary director Terrence Malick has challenged audiences with his epic, poetic and humanitarian films like "Badlands," "The Thin Red Line," and "The Tree of Life."

Filmmakers often thread their films with bold visuals, unique characters, creative color schemes, and more to create one-of-a-kind movie-going experiences for audiences everywhere. IMDb takes a closer look at the signature trademarks of the world's greatest film directors.
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May 16, 2019
Throughout one of the most storied careers in Hollywood history, visionary director Terrence Malick has challenged audiences with his epic, poetic and humanitarian films like "Badlands," "The Thin Red Line," and "The Tree of Life."
Jul 2, 2019
From 'Road Trip' to 'Joker,' we track the evolution of director Todd Phillips through crazy car rides, delirious dream sequences and shots inspired by Scorsese.
Sep 26, 2019
You talkin' to me? For the past 50 years, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese has challenged and delighted audiences with iconic and uncompromised films like "Taxi Driver," "Goodfellas," "The Wolf of Wall Street," and his upcoming epic, "The Irishman."
Nov 5, 2019
From 'Brick' to 'Knives Out,' we explore the unique cinematic stylings of director Rian Johnson.
Nov 25, 2019
From 'Mission: Impossible III' to 'Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker,' we track the cinematic trademarks of director J.J. Abrams through cold opens, kinetic tracking shots and, of course, lens flares.
Jan 31, 2020
From ‘American Beauty' and ‘Skyfall' to his Academy Award-nominated ‘1917,' IMDb dives into the trademarks of Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes.
Feb 18, 2020
From 'I Will Follow' to 'Selma,' and the award-winning "When They See Us," IMDb dives into the trademarks of writer, producer and director, Ava DuVernay.
Mar 14, 2020
From 'Whale Rider' and 'North Country,' to the Disney epic 'Mulan,' IMDb showcases the cinematic stylings of director Niki Caro.
Apr 15, 2020
From 'Sin Nombre' to 'True Detective', and the upcoming James Bond film 'No Time to Die,' we track the cinematic trademarks of director Cary Joji Fukunaga through breathtaking locales, kinetic tracking shots and mind-bending dream sequences.
May 27, 2020
From 'Castle in the Sky' to 'The Wind Rises', we track the vibrant cinematic stylings of legendary animation director Hayao Miyazaki through alternate worlds, fearless heroines and fantastic creatures.
Jul 24, 2020
From 'Monster' to 'Wonder Woman 1984', IMDb showcases the unique visual trademarks and masterful craft of director Patty Jenkins.
Aug 22, 2020
From 'Dawn of the Dead' and '300' to 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' and 'Army of the Dead,' we break down the stunning visual trademarks of director Zack Snyder.
Oct 13, 2020
From 'The Virgin Suicides' and 'Lost in Translation' to 'On the Rocks', IMDb explores the cinematic stylings of Academy Award-winning writer and director, Sofia Coppola.
Dec 9, 2020
From 'Glee' and 'American Horror Story' to 'Pose' and 'The Prom', we break down the storytelling and stylistic trademarks of creator, writer, producer, and director, Ryan Murphy.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Director's Trademarks Season 2 premiered on May 16, 2019.
Director's Trademarks Season 2 has 14 episodes.
The season opens with Season 2 Episode 1, "Terrence Malick". It aired on May 16, 2019.
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