parental struggle

His films like 'Like Father, Like Son' and 'Shoplifters' intimately explore the complexities of parenthood, family bonds, and the sacrifices parents make across different circumstances.

Her visceral films such as 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' and 'You Were Never Really Here' depict the psychological and emotional toll of parenting and protecting children.

His unflinching works like '4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days' and 'Graduation' examine parental responsibility, moral dilemmas, and the generational conflicts within families.