transatlantic flight

His films frequently feature transatlantic voyages and the tension between American and European worlds, most notably in 'Lifeboat' and 'Dial M for Murder.'

As a European émigré to Hollywood, Wilder's films constantly explore the cultural and moral contrasts between transatlantic perspectives, exemplified in 'Sabrina' and 'The Apartment.'

His works often depict Americans traveling to or interacting with Europe, examining themes of transatlantic identity and cultural exchange in films like 'It Happened One Night' and 'You Can't Take It with You.'