funeral rites

His films, particularly 'Sátántangó' and 'Túrelmaz,' explore mortality, grief, and ritualistic behavior through long, meditative sequences that transform funeral rites into profound meditations on human existence.

Works like 'After Life' and 'Shoplifters' deeply engage with death, mourning, and familial rituals, examining how communities process loss and honor the departed through intimate, compassionate narratives.

Her films, especially 'The Farewell,' center on funeral rites and cultural mourning practices, exploring how rituals connect us to identity, family, and the ways different cultures honor their dead.