His films consistently examine the struggles of displaced and marginalized communities, particularly in works like 'I, Daniel Blake' and 'Sorry We Missed You' which explore systemic displacement and economic migration.

Her films like 'Nomadland' and 'The Rider' deeply explore displacement, migration, and the search for belonging among communities living on society's margins.

Works such as 'Shoplifters' and 'Broker' examine displacement, found families, and the experiences of those existing outside conventional social structures due to economic hardship and migration.