in-laws

His masterpiece 'Tokyo Story' profoundly explores family dynamics and the delicate relationships between parents, children, and in-laws across generations.

Films like 'Shoplifters' and 'Broker' examine complex family bonds and the tensions that arise from unconventional family structures and in-law relationships.

His works consistently explore the friction and intimacy between family members and in-laws, particularly examining how these relationships shape identity and conflict.