Which American auteur became synonymous with the western?

A) Alfred Hitchcock
B) Orson Welles
C) Billy Wilder
D) John Ford

American Auteur

Refers to an American film director who is considered the author of their movies, with a distinctive style or theme across their work.

Western

A genre of films, television series, and literature focused on stories set primarily in the late 19th century American Old West, characterizing the frontier and the westward expansion.

John Ford

An American film director known for his work on Westerns and adaptations of classic 20th-century American novels, celebrated for his visual style, depiction of American ideals and history, and frequent collaborations with actor John Wayne.