school rivalries

His films explore class and institutional hierarchies with sharp social commentary, most notably in 'Parasite' and 'Okja' where power dynamics and systemic rivalries drive the narrative.

His semi-autobiographical 'The 400 Blows' and 'Small Change' intimately capture adolescent conflicts, institutional rebellion, and the rivalries inherent in school environments.

Films like 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' and 'You Were Never Really Here' examine psychological tension, social exclusion, and deep interpersonal conflicts with visceral intensity.