The phrase "celebrated director" refers to a highly regarded and respected person who is known for their successful and well-regarded work in the field of directing movies, plays, or other forms of artistic expression. Full definition
Due to the success of these dramas and subsequent projects, Yates is considered as one of Britain's most celebrated directors of film and television. (flicks.co.nz)
One of the most celebrated directors in American independent cinema, John Waters (featured in our August 2010 issue) is at his vibrant best when flaunting Hollywood's rules or reveling in bad (juxtapoz.com)
New York Stories is an extremely mixed bag, but it is essential viewing for fans of three of the most celebrated directors in modern American film. (dvdizzy.com)