woodblock printing

His films like 'Kwaidan' employ visual composition and color techniques directly inspired by traditional Japanese woodblock aesthetics and ukiyo-e art.

His use of bold contrasts, geometric framing, and visual storytelling reflect the compositional principles fundamental to woodblock printing art.

His stylized visual approach and use of stark, graphic imagery in films like 'Antichrist' echo the bold lines and high-contrast aesthetic of woodblock prints.