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His masterpieces like 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' and 'Vampyr' explore spirituality, faith, and the supernatural through deeply philosophical examinations of religious conviction and doubt.

He repeatedly examined clergy and faith in films like 'Rome, Open City' and 'The Miracle,' exploring the moral complexities and humanity of priests within historical and spiritual contexts.

His austere, meditative style in films like 'Diary of a Country Priest' presents the inner spiritual struggles and redemptive journeys of clergy with unmatched theological depth and minimalist grace.