Economy, Emotion, and Ethics in Chinese Cinema

Exploring major Chinese-language films from mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, this book delves into the interplay between cinema and capitalist modernity with unique Chinese traits. It examines how film serves as a lens for understanding both intimate social dynamics and broader economic narratives, highlighting the cinematic reconstitution of the State and the Subject within the context of late capitalism. This dialogue reveals the intricate connections between personal experiences and overarching political abstractions in contemporary Chinese society.