irresponsible wanderer

His films like 'Paris, Texas' and 'Wings of Desire' chronicle emotionally detached protagonists drifting through landscapes, grappling with disconnection and aimless wandering.

His masterpieces such as 'L'Avventura' and 'La Notte' explore alienated characters who wander morally and emotionally adrift through modern life, unable to commit or connect meaningfully.