Film Industry Research Articles

Public Ceremony: The Construction of Nationalism Through Mobile Film Screening Under Jiang Kai-shek’s CNP Government

The Chinese Nationalist government initiated the first national network of mobile film screenings, which subsequently had a great influence on political propaganda in Chinese cinema. Based on corpus data from Chinese archives, diaries, newspapers, periodicals, and literature archived from 1931 to 1945, this study investigates the goals, effects, and shortcomings of mobile film exhibition under Jiang Kai-shek’s Chinese Nationalist Party (CNP) government in China, focusing on the Second Sino-Japanese War. I contend that the Nationalist government regarded films as propaganda to promote cultural identity, the social state, and collectivist ideology. To some extent, such films contributed to the development of democracy and national morality before the war, persuasion during the war, and consolation after the war. However, the mobile film industry in the Jiang era also suffered from some practical problems, such as the lack of planning, inefficient management, obscure content, and chaotic viewing settings. Hence, mobile projection remained a form of public ceremony whose impact deviated from its original intent.

Studio Restructuring Without the Paramount Decree: Japanese Film Industry and Oligopoly after the 1960s

The Hollywood motion picture industry has been the epitome of our understanding and explanation of the rise and fall of the studio system. However, this study spotlights the Japanese studio system, which was solidly maintained until the late 1960s. Carefully tracing the process through which the major studios outsourced the production sector, this study examines state regulation against monopoly as a crucial factor explaining the reorganisation of the Japanese film industry after studio restructuring. Because anti-monopoly policies such as the Paramount Decree did not exist in Japan, the studios moved toward maintaining affiliate theatres despite reorganisation in the 1960s and 1970s. As a result, independent producers who did not possess their own distribution networks branched into three major categories: theatrical, low budget adult films; social films meant for independent exhibition, and blockbusters supported by external finance. The shifts in the production sector paradoxically highlight the decisive influence of distribution in the film industry. In essence, this study endeavors to present an alternative analytical approach, using Japan as a case study, for comprehending the rise and fall of the studio system and its restructuring.

Арктическая повестка ПМЭФ-2023 — цифровые, экономические, экологические и социально-культурные аспекты

The article summarizes the results of the 26th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2023), which took place in St. Petersburg from June 14 to 17, 2022. V. P. Zhuravel, Head of the Centre for Arctic Studies of the Institute of Europe RAS, is a permanent member of the Forum. In 2023, he attended the meetings of all 15 events of the “Arctic: Territory of Dialogue” program. The article deals with issues that were widely discussed at SPIEF-2023, related to the prospects and opportunities for international cooperation, social, economic and investment development of the Arctic regions, Arctic biodiversity, development of specially protected natural areas, northern cities, human resources, scientific and educa-tional potential of the Arctic, branding of the northern regions, digitalization of the northern territories. All these topics are widely covered by the CAS IE RAS scientific group on a regular basis. The author also analyses the development of the tourism, culture, and film industries in the Arctic with a focus on the promotion of Arctic topics in the media. Speakers of the thematic sections emphasized the increasing role of the Arctic in the social and economic development of the Russian Federation, noted the negative consequences of limiting the activities of the Arctic Council. The forum was held under the slogan “Sovereign development is the basis of a just world. Let's join forces for the sake of future generations”.

The Dilemma and New Development of Chinese Realistic Film Creation in Contemporary Era

In 2023, realism has emerged as an essential and influential theme within the Chinese film industry. Films that employ a realistic approach have not only achieved significant box office success but have also demonstrated that there is a widespread and substantial market for this genre in China. Despite the burgeoning popularity and commercial success of realistic films domestically, they have not yet achieved the same level of influence on the global stage, particularly when compared to cinematic works from overseas. This discrepancy poses a significant challenge for Chinese filmmakers, who must navigate a new and rapidly changing living environment and seek effective strategies to address and overcome these market dilemmas. This article delves into the trajectory of Chinese realist films, employing theoretical research and case analysis to address market challenges and suggest future development strategies. Through an in-depth examination of "Beyond the Furious Sea," it navigates the challenges and opportunities within Chinese realist filmmaking, shedding light on the genre's current landscape. This article identifies ongoing issues in China's realist film industry, notably concerning authenticity and diversity. The author provides recommendations for future advancements in Chinese realist filmmaking.

Governance Prospects for the Development of Generative AI Film Industry from the Perspective of Community Aesthetics

Generative AI has brought about a new revolution and challenge to the film industry, with artificial intelligence gradually shifting from a creative tool to a creative subject. The issue of symbiosis between AI creation and human creation urgently needs to be addressed. The problems in the AI governance system, laws and regulations, technical means, governance tools, and practical implementation in the film industry are still absent. This paper will trace the origin of generative AI films, reflect on the advantages and limitations of AI in the film industry, and analyze the current development of artificial intelligence governance at home and abroad, thereby promoting the development and governance of the Chinese generative AI film industry, and exploring the ethical relationships between people, society, and oneself under the perspective of community aesthetics.

Movie Recommendation System With Sentiment Analysis Rating

Abstract: People’s desires, trends, and interests change in tandem with how the world is changing. People like to see movies based on their interests, and this is also true in the movie industry. There are a lot of web-based movie service providers now, and they aim to keep their members entertained in order to grow their clientele and notoriety. The service provider could suggest movies that customers would enjoy in order to increase business by giving them an excuse to view more entertaining movies. Customers are likely to renew the web-based movie service provider application on a regular basis if this is done. The aim of this project is to develop a machine learning-driven movie recommendation system that can suggest films to users based on their ratings and areas of interest. In order to do this, collaborative filtering is utilized to calculate features based on user and movie information, and content-based filtering is used to recommend movies based on movie-movie similarity. To increase performance, the suggested system makes advantage of the novel ensemble learning algorithm, XGBoost. Keywords– Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), Machine Learning, Recommendation System, Content based filtering, Collaborative filtering, sentiment analysis.

Chinese Remake of Korean Films: Challenges and Strategies

This paper conducts an in-depth research and analysis on the challenges and dilemmas faced during the process of Chinese remake of Korean film, as well as the strategies to address these issues. Firstly, the paper reviews the historical development of cooperation between the Chinese and South Korean film industries, noting the rapid growth of the Chinese film industry around 2005 and the increasing collaboration with South Korea. However, with the changing times and the impact of political events, cooperation between the Chinese and South Korean film industries has gradually been restricted, leading to a shift towards transnational remakes. Subsequently, the paper explores the quality issues of Chinese remake of Korean film, analyzing aspects such as script adaptation, character development, and plot treatment. Particularly, focusing on the remake case of Sunny, it points out the shortcomings of Chinese remakes in retaining the essence of the original work, emotional resonance, and innovation. Finally, the paper proposes strategies to address these issues, including suggestions on emotional resonance and theme preservation, flexible plot adaptation and character development, and the incorporation of regional characteristics and innovative elements. By effectively applying these strategies, the quality and market performance of remake productions can be improved, achieving a win-win situation for both commercial and artistic endeavors.

An Exploration of the Genre of Korean Space Science Fiction Movies — Taking the Movie Space Sweepers as an Example

Although Korean science fiction films started late and developed slowly, the Korean film industry is developed and has never stagnated in the exploration of film genres. The movie Space Sweepers is South Korea’s first exploration and attempt at the science fiction sub-genre of space science fiction. Since its launch on the streaming media platform Netflix in February 2021, it has topped the global movie popularity list for five consecutive days and won 29 countries. It ranks first in broadcasts in the region, and it has also made space science fiction a genre trend in South Korea. This article will take the movie Space Sweepers as an example to sort out South Korea’s development path for the space science fiction film genre, and analyze the reasons for Space Sweepers’ global success.

Nigerian Film Industry’s Socio-Economic Context: Different Waves of Feature Film Making in Nigeria From 1970 to 2024

Nigerian Film Industry’s Socio-Economic Context: Different Waves of Feature Film Making in Nigeria From 1970 to 2024

Class Narrative in Lee Chang-dong’s Films: A Case Study of the Film Burning

As one of the most significant auteur directors in the South Korean film industry, Lee Chang-dong has always focused on social realities, marginalized characters, and underprivileged groups, earning a reputation for his strong critical consciousness in the global film scene. At the 71st Cannes Film Festival, his latest work Burning garnered a score of 3.8 out of 4, setting a record for the highest rating in the history of Cannes press screenings. The film primarily explores the existential circumstances and survival conditions of individuals, depicting how individuals seek freedom in an absurd world. It maintains Lee Chang-dong’s consistent stance on the margins, continuing his attention to the plight and survival conditions of individuals from the lower strata of society and his strong critique of social realities. This paper will conduct a narrative analysis of Burning from the perspective of class narrative.

Research on the Development Strategy of International Competitiveness of Korean and Chinese Film Industries

Research on the Development Strategy of International Competitiveness of Korean and Chinese Film Industries

Book review: Anugyan Nag and Spandan Bhattacharya, Tollygunge to Tollywood: The Bengali Film Industry Reimagined

Anugyan Nag and Spandan Bhattacharya, Tollygunge to Tollywood: The Bengali Film Industry Reimagined (Hyderabad: Orient BlackSwan, 2021), 214 pp. ₹760, ISBN 978-93-5442-034-4(Paperback).

Child Rights Advocacy Efforts and Nigerian Film Industry: An Analysis of Select Movies

Child Rights Advocacy Efforts and Nigerian Film Industry: An Analysis of Select Movies

User Perspectives on Over-The-Top (OTT) Platforms in Kashmir: A Quantitative Analysis

Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms are gaining popularity in Kashmir, with Netflix emerging as the most preferred platform. The majority of respondents spend 1-2 hours daily on OTT platforms, with movies being the most preferred content type. The primary motivation for watching content on OTT platforms is its simplicity of use, with Urdu being the most chosen language. The study also found that OTT applications are changing television and movie-watching habits in Kashmir, and that a substantial proportion of users believe that these platforms are changing the Indian television and film industry. Respondents are optimistic about the future of OTT platforms in Kashmir, citing factors such as smartphone penetration, digital quality, cost-effectiveness, and international collaboration. This research provides valuable insights for industry stakeholders, content creators, and policymakers seeking to understand user preferences and capitalize on the growing digital entertainment market in Kashmir. The study offers important implications for the future development of OTT platforms and media consumption patterns in the region.

Queering the Norms: From Taboo to Acceptance of Queer Themes in the Contemporary Hindi Cinema

The portrayal of queer people in Bollywood films has undergone remarkable change over the course of several decades, which is a reflection of changing perspectives in society as well as progresses in the film industry. The representation of LGBTQ+ people in Indian cinema has evolved from early caricatures and stereotypes to delineations that are more intricate and assertive. This means that the portrayal of these characters has become more multifaceted and subtle. This paper investigates the progression of these portrayals, analysing the impact they have had on cultural attitudes as well as the ongoing path towards true-to-life depiction and acceptability in mainstream Bollywood films.

The impact of corporate financialization on the export scale of the film industry—Evidence from China

Based on the data of listed companies from 2010 to 2022, this paper analyzes the impact of corporate financialization on the export scale of the film industry. The results show that the financialization behavior of enterprises has a positive impact on the export scale of the film industry. Monetary policy moderates the impact of corporate financialization on corporate financing constraints. Under the loose monetary policy, the promotion effect of short-term financialization behavior on the internal financing capacity of enterprises is enhanced, and the negative effect of long-term financialization behavior on the external financing constraints of enterprises is alleviated.

Female celebrities in digital age: the changing notions of stardom in Malayalam cinema

ABSTRACT Stardom in the present day has evolved into a comprehensive apparatus with its intersection with emerging digital media paving way to myriad star varieties. This paper tries to analyse the diverse ways in which female stardom manifests in the Malayalam film industry with the emergence of new digital domains and virtual sensibilities. This article traces the evolution of female stardom in India and explores the new possibilities of Malayalam female stardom in the current technoscape. To exemplify this, the paper takes into account two female star personas from the Malayalam film industry, Parvathy Thiruvoth and Aparna Balamurali, to unravel the changed landscape of stardom today which is made possible through interventions of digital media where the female stars exhibit a deviation from the traditional associations of glamour/body to that of political and gendered articulations. It is substantiated by analysing digital media articles and social media issues circulating in Kerala’s digital landscape to establish how the present complexities in the new kinds of stardom requires a restructuring of ideas of gender discourses in new media spaces.

Recent Trends in Virtual Reality for Meaningful and Fun Science Learning: A Systematic Literature Review

The use of Virtual Reality in education can revolutionize the learning experience of students through immersive and captivating encounters that can enhance their understanding of the subject can provide a meaningful and enjoyable Virtual Reality experience. Where the research objective is to examine the latest trends in Virtual Reality for meaningful and enjoyable science learning: Systematic Literature Review. The review was conducted based on state-of-the-art methods using the preferred reporting items for reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The results of this research explain that there are Learning Trends in the Future, namely: Collaboration, Learning Inspiration from a Young Age, Rapidly Growing Online Learning, Using Virtual Reality for Learning, Learning with AI Technology; Uses of Virtual Reality in science learning: Use of Virtual Reality as a learning medium, Use of Virtual Reality as a competency testing medium, Learning & competency testing in the Film Industry; The essence of science learning: Science as a way of thinking, Science as a way of inquiry, Science as a building of knowledge, Science as a form of interaction between technology and society.

The impact of project‐based interorganizational networks: Evidence from the Chinese movie industry

AbstractProject‐based interorganizational networks are temporary and dynamic, and significantly different from stable networks for mass production. However, empirical studies on project‐based interorganizational networks are scant. Drawing upon the network literature and distinguishing between production and distribution networks, we investigate how the centrality of a project in industry networks and tie strength of the project's member firms affect project performance in terms of product quality and sales. Using data of 821 Chinese movie projects during 2015–2018, we find empirical evidence that a project's centrality in the production network enhances product quality and that in the distribution network elevates product sales. Interestingly, weak ties in the production team contribute to product quality while strong ties in the distribution team improve product sales. This study advances the literature on project‐based industries and interorganizational networks. It highlights the distinction between production and distribution networks in project‐based industries and sheds light on the differential roles of a project's centrality and tie strength in both networks. These findings also offer novel insights to managers in project‐based industries.

Impact of Social Media Platform on Audience Engagement

In today’s dynamic film industry, social media platforms have emerged as game changers for movie marketing and audience engagement techniques. This study digs into the tremendous impact of social media on audience involvement, analyzing both the challenges and triumphs of using these platforms for film promotion with the growth of platforms such as Instagram and YouTube, film studios now have unparalleled potential to engage consumers through captivating content, influencer collaborations, and data-driven campaigns. However, navigating the ever-changing Social media world presents substantial hurdles, such as algorithm updates, content saturation, and the need for ongoing innovation. This study investigates the distinct features and capabilities of various social media platforms, as well as their usefulness in increasing audience engagement for movie marketing. It looks at how user-generated material, interactive experiences, and community- building might help moviegoers develop long-term loyalty and advocacy. The report also digs into the challenges encountered by cinema marketers, such as maintaining a consistent brand presence across different platforms, adjusting to evolving trends and technology, and optimizing audience- centric strategies using social media analytics and data-driven insights. This study aims to uncover best practices and actionable insights for film studios looking to maximize audience engagement and propel their promotional efforts to new heights by examining case studies of successful movie marketing campaigns and analyzing the strategies used by industry leaders. Finally, this study adds to a better knowledge of the impact of social media platforms on audience engagement in the film business. paving the way for more effective and imaginative movie marketing techniques that appeal to digital consumers.