In the fall of 1999, Christopher had only twenty-five days to shoot Memento.

In March 2000, Christopher showed the finished film to studio bosses.

They loved it, but every studio refused to release it.

In September 2000, Memento premiered at the Venice Film Festival.

As the closing credits rolled, the entire auditorium erupted into a standing ovation.

Next time, the legendary Al Pacino tests the young director on set.