Stepping Out Into New Waters
In 2014, Ryan elevated his career to another level by stepping into the realm of directing with his debut film, "Lost River." Demonstrating his multifaceted abilities, Ryan also took on the roles of writer and co-producer for the movie, in which Christina Hendricks stars. The film pays homage to arthouse cinema, although it faced critical scrutiny upon release. Nonetheless, this did not hinder Ryan's momentum.
The subsequent year, he shared the screen with Christian Bale and Brad Pitt in "The Big Short," a narrative centered around the housing market bubble that played a role in the 2008 financial collapse. The film garnered immense success and secured numerous Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. Ryan Gosling made substantial strides in Hollywood, exhibiting no signs of deceleration in his career.