imperial decadence

His masterpieces like 'The Leopard' and 'Death in Venice' are quintessential explorations of aristocratic decline and the collapse of established orders.

His historical epics examine the fall of empires and civilizations, particularly in 'Ashes and Diamonds' and 'Danton,' with intense focus on moral degradation.

His provocative films like 'Salò' and 'Teorema' deconstruct power, corruption, and the moral bankruptcy of ruling classes through transgressive cinema.