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Weihong Bao / University of Minnesota Press / 2015年03月15日
《Fiery Cinema: The Emergence of an Affective Medium in China, 1915-1945》一书由Weihong Bao撰写，深入探讨了现代中国电影的诞生与发展。在这个时期，电影不仅仅是一种娱乐形式，更是一种充满活力的媒介，深刻影响着人们的思想和情感。Bao通过详细的历史研究和精湛的分析技巧，揭示了电影如何成为表达政治观念、社会变革和文化身份的重要工具。本书不仅为我们提供了关于现代中国电影史的宝贵知识，还展示了电影作为一种情感媒介在塑造集体记忆和民族认同方面的巨大潜力。对于电影研究者、历史学家以及对中国现代文化感兴趣的读者来说，这本书都是不可多得的宝贵资源。
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Introduction
**Overview**: The book traces the evolution of cinema as an emotional medium in China from its early days to the eve of WWII.
**Argument**: Bao argues that cinema emerged as a powerful tool for shaping emotions and political ideologies during this period.
Key Points
The book begins with an exploration of the social and cultural context of early Chinese cinema.
It analyzes the impact of foreign films and technology on the development of Chinese cinema.
It discusses the role of cinema in expressing national identity and revolutionary ideas.
Chapter 1: The Rise of Chinese Filmography
Subsection 1.1: Early Theaters and Screens
**Developmental Stages**: The growth of permanent theaters and the introduction of more screens across urban China.
**Audience Impact**: How these new venues influenced the viewing habits and emotional responses of audiences.
Subsection 1.2: The Advent of Talkies
**Technological Advancements**: The introduction of sound films and its effects on storytelling and audience engagement.
**Cultural Shift**: The talkies' ability to convey emotions more directly and the rise of melodrama.
Chapter 2: Cinematic Representation of Modernity
Subsection 2.1: Urbanization and Modern Life
**Representational Techniques**: How films depicted the hustle and bustle of city life and its associated challenges.
**Emotional Resonance**: The emotional impact of these representations on viewers, often highlighting a sense of dislocation and longing.
Subsection 2.2: Gender Roles and Feminist Narratives
**Social Commentary**: The evolving portrayal of women on screen and the discussion of gender equality.
**Audience Identification**: Female viewer responses to strong female leads and their influence on social progressivism.
Chapter 3: The Political Turn
Subsection 3.1: Nationalism and Patriotism
**Wartime Films**: The use of cinema to stir up nationalist sentiment during periods of conflict.
**Heroic Narratives**: The portrayal of selfless individuals contributing to the nation's cause.
Subsection 3.2: Communist Ideology and the Film Industry
**Propaganda Films**: The production of films with explicit Communist messaging.
**Censorship and Control**: The increasing influence of the state over film content and production.
**Legacy**: The enduring influence of cinema as a medium for shaping emotions and political thought in China.
**Future Directions**: The potential for further research into the emotional impact of film on different social groups and the continuities and changes in affect-driven representations over time.
Conclusion
Key Points
The book concludes with a summary of the key moments in the emotional evolution of Chinese cinema.
It reflects on the importance of understanding cinema not just as entertainment, but also as a social and political force.
