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Cross-Disciplinary Exploration

By Huang Mingfen

Cross-Disciplinary Exploration

By Huang Mingfen

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This collection, Transcultural Dialogue: From Slapstick to Post-Industrialism-On Chinese Science Fiction Films, presents a comprehensive exploration of the historical development, cultural positioning, representative works, and aesthetic theories of Chinese science fiction films through multi-layered and multi-perspective research.Chapter 1 reviews the history of Chinese science fiction films, particularly their evolution from slapstick to narrative films. It analyzes the cultural background of early Chinese sci-fi and its differences from Western sci-fi. Through the lens of industrialization, it discusses how technological advancements have driven innovation in special effects and set design, shaping the development of Chinese sci-fi films.Chapter 2 explores the positioning of Chinese sci-fi films within the global cinematic landscape, examining how these films integrate traditional Chinese culture with a global perspective to create a unique cultural identity. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of sci-fi film creativity in driving the cultural industry.Chapter 3 focuses on analyzing the The Wandering Earth series, discussing this iconic work of Chinese sci-fi cinema in terms of its spatial narratives and technological imagination.Chapter 4 delves into the representation of information technology and the emerging trend of ""rural sci-fi"" in Chinese films.Chapter 5 analyzes the visual styles and narrative features of Chinese sci-fi films from the perspective of post-industrial aesthetics. It proposes a framework for constructing the aesthetic theory of Chinese sci-fi films and emphasizes their distinctive position within global cinematic aesthetics.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
212
Release Date:
2024-09-16
Publication Date:
2024-07-14
Publisher:
Eliva Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9999320228
ISBN13:
9789999320221
Weight:
315 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
12 cm
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