Tracing the thread…
His films consistently explore the struggles of working-class individuals and small business owners navigating economic hardship and systemic inequality.
Hirokazu Kore-eda JapanHis intimate character studies often center on families running modest businesses and shops, examining how commerce intersects with family bonds and personal dignity.
Alfonso Cuarón MexicoHis work frequently depicts small business owners and working families in urban settings, exploring economic vulnerability and social mobility through a humanistic lens.