parental wisdom

His films like 'Shoplifters' and 'Like Father, Like Son' intimately explore parental sacrifice, unconditional love, and the moral complexities of raising children.

In 'Beyond the Hills' and '4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days,' he examines how parental values and family bonds shape moral choices across generations.

Her films 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' and 'You Were Never Really Here' probe the psychological depths of parental responsibility, guilt, and protection.