Author(s)

Luyin Cao ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ University of Leeds, Leeds, UK

Corresponding Author

Luyin Cao

ABSTRACT

Since the wave of globalization, "globalisation" and "transnationalism" have become key concepts in describing world development. As a medium of cultural transmission, film transcends national boundaries and occupies an important position in Hollywood's global strategy. This article takes John Woo and his film Face/Off (1997) as examples to explore the transnational cooperation of East Asian cinema. John Woo, who successfully fused Chinese and Western cultures, achieved success both in Hong Kong and Hollywood. Face/Off showcased his emotional transformation, breaking geographical restrictions and gaining global recognition. This article analyzes the interaction between East Asian cinema and Hollywood, John Woo's transnational career, the themes and character portrayal in his films, as well as the relationship between his style and global acceptance. It emphasizes the importance of transnational cooperation and looks forward to more cultural exchanges and integrations.

KEYWORDS

Globalisation, Transnational Cooperation, East Asian Cinema, Hollywood Cinema, John Woo, Cultural Fusion

CITE THIS PAPER

Luyin Cao, Exploring the Globalisation of East Asian Cinema from a Transnational Perspective—John Woo and His Film Face/Off as an Example. Media and Communication Research (2024) Vol. 5: 52-57. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/mediacr.2024.050408.

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