His films like 'Like Father, Like Son' and 'Shoplifters' profoundly explore parental responsibility, family bonds, and what truly defines parenthood beyond biology.
Ken Loach United KingdomHis socially conscious films such as 'I, Daniel Blake' and 'Sorry We Missed You' examine the struggles of working-class parents and systemic pressures on family structures.
Lynne Ramsay United KingdomIn films like 'You Were Never Really Here' and 'We Need to Talk About Kevin,' she explores the psychological complexities of parental failure and maternal trauma.