THEME EXPLORATION
religious faith vs. passion
41 films · 3 directors
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DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Carl Theodor Dreyer
Denmark
His films like 'Passion of Joan of Arc' and 'Vampyr' explore the torment of faith tested by desire and supernatural forces.
Pier Paolo Pasolini ItalyHe consistently dramatized the conflict between spiritual devotion and carnal desire, most notably in 'The Gospel According to St. Matthew' and 'Salò'.
Wes Anderson United StatesHis films 'There Will Be Blood' and 'The Master' examine how religious fervor and human obsession become indistinguishable forces.