Cowardice and courage

His films like 'Rashomon' and 'Seven Samurai' repeatedly examine moral courage, cowardice, and the complex choices individuals make when facing danger and shame.

'Paths of Glory' and 'Full Metal Jacket' unflinchingly dissect the cowardice of institutional power and the courage required to resist it in the context of war.

'The Passion of Joan of Arc' and 'Vampyr' explore spiritual and physical courage through intense psychological examination and the fear of surrendering one's convictions.