spiritualism and the supernatural

His films explore the spiritual presence of the deceased and unresolved connections between the living and dead, particularly in works like 'After Life' and 'Shoplifters'.

His horror films deeply investigate spiritual rituals, supernatural forces, and the occult as manifestations of psychological and emotional trauma in works like 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar'.

His films blend supernatural elements with philosophical inquiry into fate, ghosts, and spiritual possession, as seen in 'The Handmaiden' and 'Thirst'.