supernatural bargains

His films like 'Pan's Labyrinth' and 'The Shape of Water' explore deals made with supernatural entities and the moral costs of bargaining with otherworldly forces.

Though primarily known through adaptations, his influence permeates films like 'Crossroads' and 'Stranglers' that directly dramatize selling one's soul to supernatural powers for earthly gain.

His anime works like 'Perfect Blue' and 'Tokyo Godfathers' blend supernatural elements with human desires and the often-dark consequences of achieving one's wishes through otherworldly means.