His films dissolve narrative into meditative visual poetry, treating cinema itself as a form of poetic recitation through prolonged shots and philosophical contemplation.
Terrence Malick United StatesHe constructs films as lyrical poems with voiceover recitations, natural imagery, and fragmented narratives that privilege emotional and spiritual resonance over plot.
Pier Paolo Pasolini ItalyHe infused cinema with literary and poetic language, adapting classical texts and creating films that function as visual poetry exploring mythology, desire, and social critique.