His films like 'There Will Be Blood' and 'The Master' examine obsessive belief systems and the psychological manipulation inherent in religious fervor.
Pier Paolo Pasolini ItalyHis provocative works, particularly 'The Gospel According to St. Matthew' and 'Salò', explore the intersection of spirituality, corruption, and fanaticism with unflinching intensity.
Darren Aronofsky USAFilms like 'mother!' and 'Black Swan' depict obsessive spiritual and psychological states that blur the line between devotion and psychological breakdown.