Tracing the thread…
Directed The Exorcist (1973), the definitive exorcism film that established the genre's visual language and psychological terror.
Maurice Pialat FranceCreated Van Gogh and explored spiritual possession and inner demons through intimate character studies and psychological depth.
Takashi Miike JapanExamines possession, spiritual horror, and exorcism rituals across multiple films including Audition and One Missed Call with visceral intensity.