psychological fragility

His films like *Black Swan* and *The Wrestler* meticulously dissect mental deterioration and obsession through visceral, immersive cinematography.

A pioneer in exploring psychological trauma, isolation, and existential despair with profound introspection in works like *Persona* and *Through a Glass Darkly*.

His horror films *Hereditary* and *Midsommar* use genre conventions to expose grief, family dysfunction, and the breakdown of the psyche with haunting precision.