disability and independence

His films like 'After the Storm' and 'Broker' explore human vulnerability and interdependence, examining how people navigate life's limitations with dignity and agency.

Through fragmented narratives and intimate character studies, she portrays psychological and physical struggles while centering her subjects' perspectives and autonomy.

Her films like 'Nomadland' and 'The Eternals' examine marginalized individuals and communities, exploring resilience, self-determination, and the will to maintain independence against systemic constraints.