masculinity and virility

His Western films deconstruct traditional masculinity through iconic anti-heroes who embody complex codes of honor, violence, and moral ambiguity.

His body horror films explore masculinity through disturbing transformations and the vulnerability of the male body, challenging notions of physical dominance and control.

His films examine fragile, competitive, and often toxic forms of masculinity through complex male characters struggling with power, ambition, and self-destruction.