friendship and belonging

His films like 'Before' trilogy and 'Dazed and Confused' intimately explore how friendships and connections evolve over time and define belonging.

Films such as 'Shoplifters' and 'Our Little Sister' deeply examine chosen family and how belonging transcends biological ties.

Her work, particularly 'Lady Bird' and 'Little Women', tenderly portrays the bonds of friendship and the search for identity within communities.