In Zhang Zhen’s book, he mentioned that the development of Chinese film has an inseparable relationship with the environment at that time. In his article, he focuses on the teahouse, where there is a “hybridity” of forms, which I think can be reflected in the Teahouse, because it is a very simple place, but there are many modern or modern designs. In another article, Lee mentioned the development of film in 1930 Shanghai, which borrowed something from Hollywood to improve itself. For example, Chinese movie star Liang You imitated the photos of some Hollywood actresses and achieved certain results. He talks about techniques like “montage” techniques and “Long-take, deep focus” techniques. Street art gives me the most profound memory. skyscrapers and crowed streets have adopted the montage approach. Another question that sticks in my mind is Why did Chinese film exhibit stylistic “hybridity” in the 1930s? There is no discussion in our tutorial. I think the main reason is the lack of physical factors and conditions in the production of films. In the production of Chinese films, insufficient capital becomes an important factor. Finally, I agree with Li that the development of Chinese films is conducive to the development of society and human beings, and plays a key role in this development.
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You summarized the reading’s ideas on hybridity and analysis of early Chinese cinema and the setting of the teahouse and elaborated upon Hollywood’s influence upon the medium. A stronger structure and elaboration of thoughts will help clarify some of your thoughts.