Teaching Film from the People's Republic of China (Options for Teaching)
Teaching Film from the People's Republic of China (Options for Teaching) is an English-language teaching volume on Chinese film and its connections to history and society. Its essays address films across genres and periods, with perspectives from fields including film, history, literature, sociology, and anthropology.
At a glance
- Essays consider how films can reveal or obscure aspects of Chinese history and society.
- Coverage includes socialist-era films, documentaries, films about ethnic minority groups, film music, martial arts cinema, and remakes of South Korean films.
- Contributors bring perspectives from disciplines including anthropology, communication studies, ethnomusicology, film, history, literature, linguistics, sociology, theater, and urban geography.
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Pros
- Broad range of film subjects and disciplinary perspectives supports teaching across film and area studies.
- Connects film analysis with questions of historical consciousness and media representation.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Modern Language Association of America |
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| Publication date | May 3, 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 340 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1603296328 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1603296328 |
| Weight listed | 1.06 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 5.75 x 0.75 x 8.5 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Instructors seeking essays and discussion material for courses on Chinese film, history, or society.
- Readers interested in cross-disciplinary analysis of films from the People's Republic of China.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does this volume cover?
It discusses film from the People's Republic of China across periods and forms, including socialist films, documentaries, martial arts cinema, film music, and films by or about ethnic minority groups.
Who is this book aimed at?
Its teaching-oriented essays are suited to instructors and readers exploring Chinese film alongside history, society, and media representation.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 340 pages.
