Chinese Culture and the Art of Parody in Stephen Chow’s Comedic Films
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https://doi.org/10.54536/ijsscs.v1i2.5202Keywords:
Chinese Culture, Exaggeration, Parody, Social Satire, Stephen ChowAbstract
The art of parody in Stephen Chow’s comedy films, deeply rooted in Chinese culture, is a unique phenomenon that blends humor, social satire, and creative adaptation of popular cultural elements. The study employs three primary methods: intertextuality studies to analyze the relationship between Chow’s works and cultural references; narrative analysis focusing on the exaggeration of actions and situations; and sociological literary analysis to elucidate social meanings through humorous language and imagery. The findings reveal that Chow’s films not only satirize social issues such as injustice and prejudice but also use exaggeration and Chinese cultural motifs to create laughter and convey profound messages. This research illuminates the cultural and social value of Chow’s comedies, opening new avenues for analyzing the role of parody in reflecting identity and critiquing society.
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