His films like 'Shoplifters' and 'Broker' intimately explore the complexities of parental bonds, sacrifice, and unconventional family relationships with profound tenderness.

Her works such as 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' and 'You Were Never Really Here' examine the psychological depths of parental responsibility, guilt, and protection through visceral storytelling.

Films like '4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days' and 'Graduation' dissect parental expectations, moral dilemmas, and the weight of a parent's choices with unflinching realism.