Commended for their social relevance and artistic value, Chinese films remain at the forefront of international cinema, bolstered in recent years by a new generation of talented young filmmakers. Directory of World Cinema: China presents an accessible overview of the definitive films of Hong Kong and mainland China, with particular attention to the achievements of prolific industry figures, the burgeoning independent sector and the embrace of avant-garde practices of art cinema. Spanning a variety of characteristic genres, including horror, heroic bloodshed, romantic comedy and kung-fu, reviews cover individual titles in considerable depth and are accompanied by a selection of full-colour film stills. A comprehensive filmography and a bibliography of recommended reading complete this essential companion to Chinese cinema.
Tabla de materias
Introduction by the Editor
Chinese Opera and Cinema
Taiwanese Documentary
Hong Kong Action Cinema
Three Action Heroes
David Chiang
Chow Yun-fat
Ti Lung
Three Female Stars
Grace Chang
Esther Eng
Brigitte Lin
Hong Kong New Wave
Allen Fong
Ann Hui
Patrick Tam
Directors: Mainland China
Chen Kaige
Lu Chuan
Tian Zhuangzhuang
Directors: Taiwan
Chu Yen-ping
Hou Hsiao-hsien
Tsai Ming-liang
Directors: Hong Kong
Fruit Chan Wong
Kar-wai John Woo
Drama: Mainland China
Drama: Taiwan
Kung Fu and wuxia Pian (Swordplay Film): Hong Kong and Taiwan
Action Cinema and Heroic Bloodshed: Hong Kong
Independent and Art Cinema: Hong Kong
Comedy/Musical: Taiwan and Hong Kong
Documentary: Mainland China and Hong Kong
Sobre el autor
Gary Bettinson is senior lecturer in film studies at Lancaster University and editor-in-chief of Intellect’s Asian Cinema journal.
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