intergenerational conflict

Chung crafts deeply personal narratives exploring the quiet struggles and resilience of immigrant families.

His films like 'Tokyo Story' and 'Like Father, Like Son' delicately explore the tensions and bonds between generations, examining how family members navigate differing values and life choices.

Through works like 'A City of Sadness' and 'The Assassin,' he portrays the collision between traditional and modern generations within politically turbulent contexts, revealing profound generational divides.