overcoming abuse

His films like 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar' explore psychological trauma and the dissolution of trust within relationships, depicting characters attempting to survive and escape manipulative, controlling environments.

Her work, particularly 'You Were Never Really Here' and 'Ratcage', examines trauma, violence, and recovery through fragmented narratives that portray damaged individuals confronting their abusers and inner demons.

Denis confronts abuse, power imbalances, and bodily autonomy in films like 'Trouble Every Day' and 'High Life', creating visceral explorations of violation and survival.