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A Critical Analysis of the “Masculinity” in “Creation of the Gods Ⅰ: Kingdom of Storms”
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Abstract
Researchers in the field of film studies have identified that masculinity plays a significant role in all aspects of film narratives, encompassing character development, plot Within the realm of film studies, scholars have discerned the pervasive presence of masculinity as a pivotal element across various facets of cinematic narratives. This encompassing influence extends to character evolution, the trajectory of the plot, and the thematic exploration of films. The following discussion takes the film “Creation of the Gods I: Kingdom of Storms” as a focal point, a cinematic adaptation rooted in Chinese mythical fantasy. Employing a critical lens, this analysis delves into the film’s portrayal of “masculinity” and its profound impact on the overarching narrative and thematic underpinnings. In “Creation of the Gods I: Kingdom of Storms”, a compelling emphasis on potent male figures becomes readily apparent. The entire cinematic narrative revolves around a central theme of heroism and patricide, resulting in the conspicuous presence of masculinity throughout the film. This examination aims to elucidate how these masculine elements are intricately interwoven into the movie’s fabric, shedding light on the film’s broader implications in terms of gender representation and storytelling dynamics.
Keywords
Creation of the Gods Ⅰ: Kingdom of Storms, Masculinity, heroism, patricide
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- Volume Title
- Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies
- ISBN (Print)
- 978-1-83558-183-4
- ISBN (Online)
- 978-1-83558-184-1
- Published Date
- 07 December 2023
- Series
- Communications in Humanities Research
- ISSN (Print)
- 2753-7064
- ISSN (Online)
- 2753-7072
- DOI
- 10.54254/2753-7064/20/20231296
- Copyright
- 07 December 2023
- Open Access
- This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited