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His films like 'Pan's Labyrinth' and 'The Shape of Water' weave supernatural mythology and gothic folklore into deeply imaginative narratives that blur reality and legend.
Ari Aster United StatesHis works such as 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar' explore supernatural horror rooted in folklore, occult traditions, and ancestral curses with psychological depth.
Hirokazu Koreeda JapanFilms like 'After Life' engage with supernatural themes and spiritual legends while examining human connection and the mysteries of the afterlife.