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Beginner-Level Vocabulary List for "Ne Zha 2" Discussion

General Film Terms

Movie/Film – A story told through moving pictures and sound.

Story – The events and characters in a film.

Character – A person or being in a story (e.g., Ne Zha, heroes).

Scene – A part of the film happening in one place or time.

Popular – Liked by many people.

Animation – Moving images created with drawings or computers.

Soundtrack – Music and sounds in a film.

Dialogue – Conversations between characters.

Themes & Ideas

Hero – A brave or admired character.

Myth/Mythology – Ancient stories about gods or legends.

Fate – The idea that events are decided before they happen.

Courage – Being brave despite fear.

Family – Relationships between parents, children, etc.

Good vs. Evil – The fight between right and wrong.

Sacrifice – Giving up something important for others.

Hope – Believing in a positive future.

Cultural & Plot Terms

Legend – A famous story from the past.

Ancient – Very old (e.g., myths, traditions).

Modern – Relating to the present time.

Rebel – Someone who fights against rules or expectations.

Friendship – A close relationship between friends.

Tradition – Customs passed down over time.

Destiny – A person』s future, often seen as unavoidable.

Conflict – A struggle or problem in the story.

Basic Actions/Reactions

Watch – To view a film.

Like/Dislike – To enjoy or not enjoy something.

Understand – To know the meaning of something.

Learn – To gain knowledge (e.g., about culture).

Discuss – To talk about a topic with others.

Recommend – To suggest something to others.

Explain – To make something clear or simple.

Compare – To find similarities or differences.

Film Industry

Box Office – Total money earned from movie ticket sales.

Director – The person who oversees the creative vision of a film.

Producer – Someone who manages the business and logistics of making a film.

Actor/Actress – A performer who plays a character in a movie.

Screenplay – The written script of a film, including dialogue and actions.

Budget – The planned amount of money spent to make a film.

Trailer – A short video promoting an upcoming film.

Audience – The people who watch a movie.

Intermediate-Level Vocabulary List for "Ne Zha 2" Discussion

Plot – The main sequence of events in a story.

Climax – The most intense or turning point in a story.

Genre – A category of film (e.g., fantasy, action).

Protagonist – The main character who drives the story (e.g., Ne Zha).

Antagonist – A character or force that opposes the protagonist.

Cinematography – The art of filming, including camera angles and lighting.

Visual effects (VFX) – Computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance scenes.

Pacing – The speed at which a story unfolds.

Identity – A person』s sense of self or belonging.

Redemption – The act of overcoming past mistakes.

Ambition – A strong desire to achieve something.

Morality – Principles of right and wrong behavior.

Justice – Fairness or moral rightness.

Transformation – A significant change in character or situation.

Legacy – What someone leaves behind for future generations.

Symbolism – Using objects or actions to represent deeper ideas.

Folklore – Traditional stories passed through generations.

Adaptation – A creative reinterpretation of an existing story.

Heritage – Cultural traditions inherited from the past.

Rebellion – Defying authority or societal norms.

Allegory – A story with hidden moral or political meanings.

Motif – A recurring theme or symbol in a story.

Archetype – A universal character type (e.g., the hero, the mentor).

Dichotomy – A contrast between two opposing ideas (e.g., fate vs. free will).

Interpretation – How someone understands or explains a story.

Perspective – A particular way of viewing something.

Nuance – Subtle differences in meaning or tone.

Context – The background or circumstances that shape a story.

Contrast – Highlighting differences between ideas or characters.

Impact – The strong effect something has on an audience.

Relevance – Why a story matters to modern audiences.

Subtext – Hidden meanings beneath the surface of dialogue or actions.

Film Industry

Distribution – The process of delivering a film to theaters, streaming platforms, etc.

Box Office Hit – A film that earns a lot of money in theaters.

Independent Film (Indie) – A movie made outside major studio systems, often with a smaller budget.

Franchise – A series of related films (e.g., Ne Zha and its sequels).

Marketing – Strategies to promote a film (ads, social media, etc.).

Box Office Flop – A film that fails to earn back its budget.

Casting – Selecting actors for roles in a film.

Gross Revenue – Total earnings from ticket sales, merchandise, etc.

Advanced-Level Vocabulary List for "Ne Zha 2" Discussion

Mise-en-scène – The arrangement of visuals in a scene (lighting, props, costumes) to convey meaning.

Diegesis – The fictional "world" of the story, including events and sounds the characters experience.

Auteur theory – The idea that a director』s personal vision shapes a film』s artistic identity.

Nonlinear narrative – A storytelling structure that breaks chronological order.

Juxtaposition – Placing contrasting elements side by side to highlight differences.

Metanarrative – A broader cultural or philosophical story that frames smaller narratives.

Diegetic sound – Sounds that exist within the film』s world (e.g., characters』 voices).

Subversion – Deliberately breaking audience expectations or traditional tropes.

Existentialism – A philosophy focusing on individual freedom, choice, and self-definition.

Hegemony – Dominance of one ideology or power structure over others.

Dystopian – Imagining a flawed or oppressive society, often as a critique of reality.

Epistemology – The study of knowledge and how we understand truth.

Nihilism – The belief that life lacks inherent meaning or purpose.

Paradox – A contradiction that reveals deeper truth (e.g., "rebelling against fate").

Ontological – Relating to the nature of existence or reality.

Ethos – The guiding beliefs or values of a character or culture.

Cultural hegemony – The dominance of one culture』s values over others.

Intertextuality – How a text references or reworks other stories or myths.

Postmodernism – Artistic skepticism of grand narratives and emphasis on fragmented meaning.

Mythopoeia – The creation of new myths or myth-like stories.

Anagnorisis – A character』s critical moment of self-realization.

Cosmogony – A narrative explaining the origin of the universe or a culture.

Semiotics – The study of symbols and their meanings in communication.

Hybridity – Blending cultural elements to create new identities or narratives.

Deconstruction – Analyzing a text to expose hidden contradictions or assumptions.

Dialectics – Debating opposing ideas to reach deeper understanding.

Teleology – The study of purpose or design in events or narratives.

Hermeneutics – The theory and methodology of interpretation.

Moral relativism – The idea that morality is shaped by cultural context, not absolutes.

Phenomenology – Examining subjective human experience in art.

Mimetic – Art that imitates or reflects reality.

Sublime – A quality of awe-inspiring greatness, often mixing beauty and terror.

Film Industry

Intellectual Property (IP) – Ownership of creative ideas (e.g., characters, stories).

Vertical Integration – A studio controlling production, distribution, and exhibition (e.g., owning theaters).

Monetization Strategies – Ways to turn content into profit (streaming rights, merchandise, etc.).

Crowdfunding – Raising money for a film from public donations (e.g., Kickstarter).

Tax Incentives – Government discounts to attract film productions to a region.

Globalization of Cinema – How films cross cultural and national boundaries (e.g., Ne Zha 2』s international appeal).

Day-and-Date Release – Launching a film in theaters and on streaming platforms simultaneously.

Subsidies – Financial support from governments or institutions for film projects.