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Hong Kong through the “Infernal” Mirror: An Analysis of Urban Space Imagery and Cultural Implications in Infernal Affairs
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Abstract
With the acceleration of globalization and urbanization, films, as a cultural medium, not only reflect social realities but also construct a unique imagery of urban spaces. As an international metropolis, Hong Kong’s urban image has been extensively portrayed in films. Infernal Affairs, a classic of Hong Kong cinema, not only tells the story of an undercover struggle between the police and the triads but also, through its distinctive depiction of urban spaces, reveals cultural connotations unique to Hong Kong.
Keywords
urban imagery, urban space, cultural implications
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Zhang,T. (2024). Hong Kong through the “Infernal” Mirror: An Analysis of Urban Space Imagery and Cultural Implications in Infernal Affairs. Advances in Social Behavior Research,11,19-22.
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