His films like 'Antichrist' and 'Nymphomaniac' explicitly explore sexuality, abuse, and power dynamics through provocative narratives that examine trauma and consent.
Denis Villeneuve FranceHer work, particularly 'High Life' and films addressing colonial power structures, subtly interrogates consent, bodily autonomy, and institutional abuse through psychological cinema.
Karyn Kusama United StatesFilms like 'The Invitation' and 'Destroyer' explore violation, trauma, and institutional failure with nuance, examining how misconduct affects survivors' psychology and agency.