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His film 'Salò' and theoretical work confront extreme violence and the destruction of innocence as critiques of power systems.

His films like 'Funny Games' and 'The Seventh Continent' unflinchingly examine violence against children and familial tragedy.

His provocative films including 'Irréversible' and 'Climax' confront taboo subjects including violence toward the vulnerable with deliberate intensity.