Interstellar is a narrative in a visual medium.
Interstellar (film) . Interstellar is a 2014 British-American epic science fiction film directed , co-written , and co-produced by Christopher Nolan . Paramount Pictures , Warner Bros. , and Legendary Pictures co-financed the film . Cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema shot the film on 35 mm in anamorphic format and IMAX 70 mm . The film utilized extensive practical and miniature effects , while the company Double Negative created additional digital effects . The film was successful at the box office , with a worldwide gross of over $ 675 million , and received positive reviews , particularly in regards to its science fiction themes , visual effects , musical score , and the cast 's performances .