Tracing the thread…
His body horror masterpieces like 'The Fly' and 'Videodrome' obsessively explore physical transformation and infection as metaphors for loss of control.
John Carpenter United States'The Thing' remains the definitive exploration of paranoia and hidden infection, where an alien parasite infiltrates and mimics human form.
Hideaki Anno Japan'Shin Godzilla' presents infection and mutation as an evolving biological phenomenon that challenges human understanding and response systems.