His first major hit, "Britta," is still widely considered a milestone in sophisticated entertainment today. Critics attest to his authenticity and closeness to his characters. Viewers value the importance he places on the poetry of the everyday world, which he finds much more appealing than any car-chase scene. His motto is "standstill is decline." This is why he is fascinated by a city like Shanghai, in which the trends of the future are being lived today.