Tracing the thread…
His films like 'A Shoplifter Family' and 'Broker' explore social marginalization and the shame experienced by those deemed unfit by society's standards.
Ken Loach United KingdomWorks such as 'I, Daniel Blake' and 'Sorry We Missed You' directly confront the systemic shame imposed on disabled and economically vulnerable people.
Lynne Ramsay United KingdomHer films including 'You Were Never Really Here' and 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' examine psychological trauma and the internalized shame of damaged, isolated individuals.