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YOLO—Women's Stories from a Female Director's Perspective
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Abstract
Taking the film Yolo as the research object, this paper explores gender issues through the lens of female-directed cinema. Female directors distinguish themselves from their male counterparts through distinct approaches to character portrayal and narrative perspective. They emphasize intricate emotional depiction and deep exploration of characters' inner worlds, challenging traditional gender stereotypes by illustrating women's internal struggles and growth amidst societal expectations. Moreover, female directors innovate in visual expression and narrative structure, employing softer tones, non-linear storytelling, and unique perspectives to enhance the audience's understanding of the characters' emotional and psychological development. Through such techniques, they expand the discourse on gender issues and offer new narratives that resonate with authentic female experiences. Yolo, directed by a woman, exemplifies these themes by vividly depicting female characters' personalities and emotional landscapes within their real-world challenges. This approach not only enriches the representation of women's lives but also broadens the narrative possibilities for discussing gender in cinema. Ultimately, this study highlights how female directors enrich film by presenting nuanced portrayals of women and reshaping the cinematic landscape to include diverse gender perspectives.
Keywords
Feminism, Film narration, Gender issues, Lens language, YOLO
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Qiao,Y. (2024). YOLO—Women's Stories from a Female Director's Perspective. Communications in Humanities Research,35,138-142.
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