Tracing the thread…
His films obsessively examine ritualistic social ceremonies and the performative nature of relationships, particularly in confined spaces where characters enact prescribed roles.
Luca Guadagnino ItalyHe explores sensuality and desire within carefully constructed settings and gatherings, examining how relationships intensify in isolated, exotic locations away from everyday life.
Karyn Kusama United StatesHer work investigates tension, betrayal, and hidden dynamics simmering beneath the surface of intimate gatherings and social expectations placed on women.