Titanic is a 1997 American epic romance and disaster film directed by James Cameron. The film is set on the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic and follows the love story between Jack Dawson, a young artist played by Leonardo DiCaprio, and Rose DeWitt Bukater, a young upper-class woman played by Kate Winslet. Titanic became a global phenomenon upon its release, winning 11 Academy Awards and becoming the highest-grossing film of all time at that point. Leonardo DiCaprio's performance as Jack Dawson received critical acclaim and helped solidify his status as a leading Hollywood actor.