Tracing the thread…
His films like Hereditary and Midsommar deeply explore supernatural dread and occult forces that blur the line between psychological terror and genuine paranormal horror.
Guillermo del Toro MexicoHe masterfully weaves supernatural and fantastical elements into his narratives, as seen in The Shape of Water and Pan's Labyrinth, creating worlds where the otherworldly feels intimately real.
Park Chan-wook South KoreaHis films like The Handmaiden and Oldboy blend supernatural suspense with psychological complexity, exploring how supernatural themes intersect with human morality and hidden truths.