Question: Who directed the 1999 American heist film, starring Pierce Brosnan, Rene Russo, Denis Leary and an American film, stage and television actor best known for films including 'Anatomy of a Murder', 'Voyage of the Damned' and 'The Big Lebowski'?
Sentence (from "The Thomas Crown Affair (1999 film)"): It was a success at the box office, grossing $124 million worldwide.
Relevant evidence: No