Chinese Film in the Twenty-First Century: Movements, Genres, Intermedia

This book explores Chinese film in the twenty-first century, focusing on movements, genres, and intermedia, discussing how it has changed, adapted, and evolved. It examines established film genres, documentary filmmaking, grassroots intellectual independent filmmakers, and the adaptation of foreign film genres. It also explores how film is drawing on the socio-historical and political contexts of the past to create new cinematic discourses and provide a voice to previously marginalised ethnic groups. The book assesses how Chinese films have been conceptualized, examined, and communicated domestically and abroad and emphasizes the importance of new directions in Chinese film.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the rich tapestry of Chinese film in the twenty-first century, offering a multi-faceted exploration of its evolution, adaptation, and transformation. Organized around themes such as movements, genres, and intermedia, it provides a profound reflection on how Chinese cinema has weathered the test of time and emerged as a vibrant and dynamic art form.

The book explores the intricate ways in which established film genres in China have adapted and metamorphosed, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between tradition and innovation. It delves into the current shifts in documentary filmmaking, the ethos and practices of grassroots intellectual independent filmmakers, and the fascinating adaptation of foreign film genres to serve the ideological and political needs of the present. Moreover, the book uncovers how film is harnessing the rich socio-historical and political contexts of the past to forge new cinematic discourses, giving voice to previously marginalized ethnic groups and contributing to a more inclusive and diverse cinematic landscape.

In addition to its examination of the creative and artistic expressions of twenty-first-century films, the book also analyzes the profound influences of past aesthetic traditions on the artistic landscape. It explores the intricate relationship between film and other media forms, such as folktales, moving image installations, architecture, and painting, highlighting the interconnections and symbiotic relationships that shape the creative process.

Throughout the book, the authors assess how Chinese films have been conceptualized, examined, and communicated domestically and abroad, emphasizing the importance of new directions in Chinese film. They highlight the plurality, vitality, and hybridity of Chinese cinema in the twenty-first century, recognizing its potential to continue to evolve and thrive as a global force in the arts.

This comprehensive and thought-provoking book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Chinese film and culture, providing a deep understanding of the past, present, and future of this dynamic and ever-evolving art form.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032443379