natural enemies becoming allies

His films repeatedly explore former adversaries finding common ground through conflict and mutual respect, most notably in 'Seven Samurai' and 'Rashomon'.

Ford's Westerns frequently depict historical enemies—settlers and Native Americans, cavalry and indigenous tribes—discovering shared humanity and unlikely partnerships.

His films systematically deconstruct class and social divisions to reveal how bitter enemies become interdependent allies when facing common threats, as in 'Parasite' and 'Snowpiercer'.