THEME EXPLORATION
social ascension
44 films · 2 directors
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FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Luchino Visconti
Italy
His films meticulously chronicle the rise and fall of individuals and families through class hierarchies, examining ambition and moral compromise in pursuit of social advancement.
Hirokazu Koreeda JapanHis intimate narratives explore class boundaries and the human desire for social betterment, examining both the possibilities and limitations of upward mobility in modern society.