professional humiliation

His films like 'The Social Network' and 'Gone Girl' intensely explore professional betrayal, public humiliation, and the psychological toll of workplace dynamics and reputation destruction.

His socially conscious films such as 'I, Daniel Blake' and 'Sorry We Missed You' unflinchingly document the systemic humiliation and degradation of workers in modern institutions.

His distinctive films like 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer' and 'Poor Things' explore power imbalances, social hierarchies, and the profound humiliation embedded in professional and interpersonal relationships.