Better than Oscar
A more international and diverse film list beyond Hollywood's mainstream American tropes and drama.
We present to you, dear reader, the recommended movies curated by Yuandu, a prestigious cultural institution from East China Normal University. This list offers a more international and diverse perspective than the Oscars, representing one of Chinese viewpoints on the global film industry landscape beyond Hollywood's mainstream American tropes and drama.
By Yuandu, 11 March 2024
The creation and production of films worldwide in 2023 was a mix of disappointments and surprises, just like the year itself. Whether at major international film festivals or commercial theaters, clichéd narratives and visual styles flooded the screens. However, in an era where media technology is rapidly evolving, there were still plenty of unforgettable cinematic moments that shone through the indistinguishable sea of trite rhetoric and formulaic imagery.
Yuandu ha…
Keep reading with a 7-day free trial
Subscribe to China Academy Newsletter to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.