Tracing the thread…
His films like 'Call Me By Your Name' and 'A Bigger Splash' capture the sensuality, romance, and psychological tension of seaside settings with intimate character studies.
Jacques Tati FranceHis masterpiece 'Playtime' and especially his comedic observations of leisure culture explore the absurdity and charm of vacation life with unmatched visual wit.
Wong Kar-wai Hong KongHis dreamy cinematography in films set near water and coastal spaces creates melancholic, romantic atmospheres that define the aesthetic of seaside escapism.