childhood exploitation

His neorealist masterpiece 'Bicycle Thieves' and 'Shoeshine' depict the harsh economic exploitation and moral corruption of impoverished children in post-war Italy.

His socially conscious films like 'Kes' and 'Sweet Sixteen' examine how poverty and systemic neglect exploit and damage the lives of working-class children.

His provocative films including 'Funny Games' and 'The Piano Teacher' unflinchingly explore violence, abuse, and the psychological exploitation of vulnerable individuals including children.