Is Alejandro Amenábar A-List?
No — Alejandro Amenábar is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2004
'The Sea Inside' Oscar Win
Lost A-list status in 2009
Dropped to B tier — Agora Epic Film
Ranking Timeline
Tesis Film Debut
Amenábar's debut film 'Tesis' gained critical acclaim.
Open Your Eyes Success
'Open Your Eyes' solidified his reputation.
The Others International Recognition
'The Others' gained international recognition.
'The Sea Inside' Oscar Win
'The Sea Inside' won the Academy Award.
Agora Epic Film
Directed Agora, expanding his filmography.
Regression Film Release
Released film Regression, showing versatility.
While at War
Released a new film, solidifying his spot.
Respected Filmmaker
Amenábar continues to be celebrated for talent.
Last updated: February 25, 2026