education and language acquisition

His films consistently explore how education systems fail working-class communities and the struggle for linguistic and social mobility.

His semi-autobiographical works, particularly 'The 400 Blows' and 'Small Change,' deeply examine childhood education, language development, and the formative power of schools.

His films like 'Shoplifters' and 'Broker' explore how language, communication, and informal education shape identity and human connection across different social contexts.