retirement and return

His films, particularly 'Tokyo Story,' explore the melancholy of aging parents and the bittersweet return of adult children, examining how life's final chapters involve both withdrawal and reconnection.

'Youth' and 'The Hand of God' directly confront retirement, legacy, and the artist's struggle to remain relevant after stepping back from their life's work.

Films like 'Broker' and 'Shoplifters' examine how people attempt to rebuild their lives after social exile or failure, finding unexpected purpose in second chances and unexpected family bonds.