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His films critique modern urban development and the dehumanizing effects of architectural progress, most notably in 'Playtime' and 'Mon Oncle.'
Michael Winterbottom United KingdomHe explores housing crises, gentrification, and economic inequality through films like 'In This World' and 'The Shock Doctrine.'
Hirokazu Koreeda JapanHis works examine displacement, property ownership, and urban development's human cost, particularly in 'Shoplifters' and 'Broker.'