While Paul Haggis has made significant contributions to the film industry with his successful films, it would be an overstatement to say that he "transformed" the industry. However, Haggis has certainly left a notable impact with his work. Haggis gained widespread recognition for his screenwriting and directing on the film "Crash" (2005). The movie, which explored racial and social tensions in Los Angeles, received critical acclaim and won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay. "Crash" sparked important conversations and brought attention to issues of race and prejudice.

Paul Haggis has received several Oscar nominations and has won two Academy Awards throughout his career. Here are the details:

"Million Dollar Baby" (2004): Haggis received an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for his work on this film. Directed by Clint Eastwood, "Million Dollar Baby" also won the Academy Award for Best Picture.

"Crash" (2005): Haggis wrote and directed this critically acclaimed film, which won three Academy Awards. Haggis received an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay, and the film also won for Best Picture and Best Film Editing.