The article explores the phenomenon of the increasing frequency of female protagonists in Hong Kong films and the social issues which contributed to this phenomenon.
It is worthwhile to consider and compare the different information presented by contemporary films. Focus on 1960s films, Black Rose and My Fair Lady have portrayed female characters with similar personalities, acting like spies. The former draws attention to the fact that females also have the power to combat injustice, tearing off the labels, such as “poor girls can only be rescued from a rich man” mentioned in the article. Black Rose resembles a call for self-awakening, away from the gaze of this society and control of the patriarchal. However, the purpose transferred by My Fair Lady is slightly different. The storyline is mainly about how a poor girl attempts to gain a higher social position by imitating the mannerisms of socialites. In addition, there is an irreconcilable conflict between the demand for social status and ethics. It is the epitome of the corrupt hierarchy instead of gender stereotypes.
Film is an effective communication tool, not limited to entertainment. We could glimpse a part of the history and culture from certain films.
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