Norse mythology

His film 'The Green Knight' demonstrates a profound engagement with medieval mythology and ritualistic storytelling that parallels Norse mythological narratives.

His Norse heritage and visceral directorial style are exemplified in 'Valhalla Rising,' a deeply meditative exploration of Viking mythology and existential themes.

While not exclusively mythological, his primal storytelling and exploration of fate, doom, and cosmic forces in films like 'The Thing' echo the dark, fatalistic essence of Norse mythology.