His film 'Hustle & Flow' (2005) provides an unflinching examination of urban street life and the protagonist's moral struggles within that world.
Abel Ferrara United StatesKnown for gritty explorations of vice and morality in urban settings, particularly in films that examine exploitation and survival in cities.
Paul Schrader United StatesHis screenplay for 'Taxi Driver' (1976) and directorial work explore themes of moral degradation, exploitation, and the underbelly of urban society.