Christopher Nolan's recent cinematic venture, 'Oppenheimer,' has proven to be a significant success, grossing £750 million at the box office. Nolan, known for his innovative storytelling and direction, negotiated a deal with Universal that allowed him to earn a 15% cut of the film's 'first-dollar gross.' This unique arrangement meant that Nolan began earning a portion of the film's revenue from the outset, even before the studio recouped its costs. As a result of the film's financial success and this advantageous deal, Nolan has earned an estimated $72 million pre-taxes, marking one of the highest sums ever paid to a director for a single film.