Pier Paolo Pasolini

Pier Paolo Pasolini (1922–1975) was an Italian film director, poet, writer, and intellectual. Known for his controversial and provocative works, Pasolini's films often explored themes of sexuality, religion, and politics. His notable films, including "The Gospel According to St. Matthew" and "Salo, or the 120 Days of Sodom," continue to provoke discussion and debate. Pasolini's tragic and untimely death only added to his enigmatic and influential legacy in cinema and literature.

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