20 greatest directorial debuts in film history

Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures
Citizen Kane (1941) | Image Source: RKO Radio Pictures

1) 12 Angry Men (1957) - Sidney Lumet

12 Angry Men (1957) | Image Source: United Artists
12 Angry Men (1957) | Image Source: United Artists

12 Angry Men is a masterclass in tension, dialogue, and moral questioning. The movie revolves around a jury trying to decide whether a young man is guilty of murder or not. Lumet's direction of the confined space and his focus on the characters' evolving perceptions of justice and guilt are impeccable. This film has become a classic because it explored prejudice, groupthink, and the American justice system. 12 Angry Men is regarded as one of the finest directorial debuts; it showcases the ability to craft compelling drama.

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Edited by Abhimanyu Sharma