William Faulkner

His Southern Gothic narratives, particularly in films like 'Barton Fink' and 'True Grit,' directly echo Faulkner's exploration of moral ambiguity, regional decay, and complex character psychology in the American South.

His fragmented narrative structures and examination of violence, redemption, and flawed protagonists mirror Faulkner's nonlinear storytelling and profound psychological depth in works like 'Taxi Driver' and 'The Irishman.'

His poetic visual language and exploration of fate, mortality, and the human condition against vast landscapes capture the philosophical weight and lyrical intensity of Faulkner's prose.