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THEME EXPLORATION

demon/supernatural

12 films · 3 directors

Tracing the thread…

FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
Geometry
Geometry
1987 · Guillermo del Toro
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
2013 · Harald Zwart
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Movie: Mugen Train
2020 · Haruo Sotozaki
Hellboy
Hellboy
2019 · Neil Marshall
Killjoy 3
Killjoy 3
2010 · John Lechago
Painted Skin: The Resurrection
Painted Skin: The Resurrection
2012 · Wuershan
Nocturne
Nocturne
2017 · Stephen Shimek
Witchcraft VII: Judgement Hour
Witchcraft VII: Judgement Hour
1995 · Michael Paul Girard
Ghostbusters
Ghostbusters
1984 · Ivan Reitman
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
2017 · Espen Sandberg & Joachim Rønning
Time of the Gypsies
Time of the Gypsies
1988 · Emir Kusturica
Tropical Malady
Tropical Malady
2004 · Apichatpong Weerasethakul
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Hideaki Anno → Japan

His works like Neon Genesis Evangelion and films deconstruct supernatural and demonic imagery through psychological and existential lenses, exploring humanity's relationship with incomprehensible forces.

Ari Aster → United States

His films Hereditary and Midsommar deeply explore supernatural horror and demonic possession through meticulous visual storytelling and psychological torment.

Takashi Miike → Japan

Known for films like Audition and One Missed Call, he masterfully blends supernatural horror with visceral body horror and demonic possession themes across multiple genres.

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