**Sam Taylor-Johnson** (born Sam Taylor-Wood) is a British film director and artist. Initially recognized as an artist and photographer, she transitioned into filmmaking, directing short films before moving on to feature films.

Her feature film directorial debut, **Nowhere Boy** (2009), a biographical film about John Lennon's youth, received praise for its sensitivity and direction. She achieved global recognition with her adaptation of the bestselling novel **Fifty Shades of Grey** (2015), a commercial blockbuster albeit controversial. Her other works include **A Million Little Pieces** (2018).

Her style is often characterized by a refined visual approach, exploring complex relational dynamics and frequently adapting popular literary or biographical material.