juggling

His films like 'La Dolce Vita' and '8½' explore the circus-like performance of modern life and the constant juggling of desires, identities, and social roles.

His physical comedy in films like 'Modern Times' literalizes juggling as he navigates competing demands of industrialization, survival, and human dignity with acrobatic precision.

His melodramas brilliantly juggle multiple plot threads, characters, and emotional tones simultaneously, creating intricate narratives where everyone balances conflicting passions and obligations.