His films like *The Gospel According to St. Matthew* and *Teorema* wrestle with spirituality, faith, and religious meaning in contemporary society through provocative, poetic examination.
Andrei Tarkovsky Soviet Union/RussiaHis metaphysical masterpieces such as *Stalker* and *Mirror* contemplate transcendence, faith, and humanity's spiritual yearning with meditative philosophical depth.
Carlos Reygadas MexicoHis works including *Post Tenebras Lux* and *Our Time* explore religious symbolism, faith, and moral encounters with challenging, sensory-driven narratives.