The evenings sentiment continued the running theme of the four-day conference: celebrating and preserving the theatrical experience.
Nolan and Thomas were honored with the Spirit of the Industry Award.
The first thing I thought is, my agents never said anything that nice to me, Nolan quipped.
Emma Thomas and Christopher Nolan, CinemaConGetty
Its an absolute good because we all work in what is the greatest art form ever created… More seriously, he added, I think the sentiment still stands.
Its a wonderful thing to be involved in.
Were all incredibly privileged to be a part of it.
Zendaya (Credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Thats what movies are.
And so, for that reason, its a privilege to work for you.
Thank you very much.
He recounted that on opening weekend hed snuck into three different cinemas to watch audiences watching the movie.
Added Meledandri, I feel so fortunate to be partnered with all of you in that endeavor.
