indigenous cultures

His films frequently explore indigenous Mexican spirituality and cultural identity, particularly in works like 'Birdman' and his documentaries on Mexican heritage.

He has extensively documented indigenous Amazonian cultures and tribal societies in films like 'Aguirre, the Wrath of God' and 'Burden of Dreams,' examining their relationship with nature and modernity.

Her films deeply engage with Māori indigenous culture and identity, most notably in 'Whale Rider' and 'What We Do in the Shadows,' celebrating native perspectives and traditions.