unlikely pet ownership

His films feature eccentric characters forming unconventional bonds with unusual animals, most notably the fox in 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' and various creatures in his meticulously crafted worlds.

His surreal narratives explore bizarre human-animal relationships that challenge normalcy, particularly evident in 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer' and his provocative examinations of power dynamics.

His intimate character studies often depict makeshift families and unconventional caregiving relationships, including unlikely bonds between humans and animals that reflect on belonging and acceptance.