based on short story

He transforms literary short stories into expansive cinematic experiences, as demonstrated by 'Sicario' (based on a screenplay inspired by real events) and his meticulous adaptation approach that honors source material while reimagining it for film.

Known for adapting short narrative forms and literary concepts into visually inventive, darkly surreal films that expand minimal stories into rich, bizarre worlds, as seen in 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer' and 'Poor Things.'

She specializes in adapting compact literary works and psychological narratives into fragmented, poetic visual journeys that capture the emotional core of short stories through innovative editing and cinematography.