cats and animals

His films frequently feature animals as silent observers and metaphorical presences that reflect human emotions and social conditions, particularly in works like 'The Assassin'.

Animals appear throughout his allegorical works as symbols of suffering and decay, most notably the horse in 'Sátántangó' and the dog in 'Damnation,' embodying existential themes.

He consistently explores humanity's relationship with animals and nature through documentaries and fiction films like 'Grizzly Man' and 'My Best Fiend,' questioning the boundaries between human and animal consciousness.