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Master Researcher

DePaul University, College of Computing and Digital Media

Wuxia to Kung Fu: Evolution of Hong Kong Action Cinema Under Shaw Brother  Studio

  1. Conducted archival research on the history of pioneering Hong Kong studio Shaw Brothers, analyzing phases from the 1920s rise to the 1980s decline

  2. Reviewed scholarly sources and primary documents to examine the studio's shaping of martial arts films and the contributions of influential directors

  3. Evaluated innovations in genre, technology, and distribution that allowed Shaw Brothers to dominate Hong Kong cinema and influence global films

  4. Presented research synthesizing findings at the graduate symposium on Asian film history

Analysis of Modern Film Industry Trends and Challenges

  1. Analyzed the impact of blockbusters and indie films on the modern film industry.

  2. Explored studio strategies for global appeal and the role of narrative and character diversity in film success.

  3. Investigated adaptation and localization strategies of international hits for different markets.

Exploration of Alternative Scriptwriting and Narrative Structures

  1. Conducted extensive research on cinematic story structure, analyzing conventions of the hero's journey, three-act structure, sequencing, and narrative arcs

  2. Wrote 8+ comprehensive script coverage evaluating strengths and weaknesses of original screenplays and television pilots submitted by peers

  3. Completed in-depth critical analyses of over 50 narrative feature films spanning various genres, plot, character development, tone, movements, and eras of cinema history

  4. Piloted and executed 20+ film production projects, including short films, documentaries, and music videos, applying research into cinematic language

Undergraduate Researcher

Copyright Awareness and Media Download Behavior Among College Students in China

  1. Conducted a literature review on the evolution of copyright laws, various intellectual property theories, and media piracy, with a focus on the Chinese context

  2. Utilized a questionnaire survey targeting college students in China. Employed frequency analysis, crosstab, and correlation in SPSS for data assessment.

  3. Uncovered a correlation between lower moral judgment and positive attitudes towards piracy.

  4. Emphasized students’ diverse awareness and attitudes towards copyright law and piracy behavior.

Undergraduate Researcher

Compare and Contrast between Ingmar Bergman and Robert Bresson

  1. Conducted a detailed comparative analysis of Bergman and Bresson's cinematic styles.

  2. Focused on their unique approaches to actors’ performances, cinematography, and thematic elements.

  3. Utilized film analysis software for comprehensive data examination.

  4. Concluded both directors prefer natural performances with varying attitudes towards improvisation and cinematography techniques.

Billy Wilder Study

  1. Analyzed Billy Wilder's film style and why he is considered an auteur.

  2. Explored his use of a cynical tone in film noir, sardonic humor in comedy, and his touch on social taboos under strict censorship.

  3. Analyzed films such as Double Indemnity, Sunset Boulevard, The Lost Weekend, The Apartment, and Some Like It Hot to support the research.

  4. Concluded that Wilder’s films show cynicism in film noir and satire in comedy, forming his personal film style and establishing him as an auteur.

The Uses of Color in Red Sorghum China

  1. Conducted a literature review on the use of color in "Red Sorghum," focusing on the application and significance of the color red in the film.

  2. Analyzed "Red Sorghum" to collect data on the use of red as the main tone, the combination of environment color and prop color, and the symbolism behind these color choices.

  3. Explored the profound meanings behind the use of colors in the film, including the representation of nationalization, the release of emotion, and the shaping of character figures.

  4. Concluded that the use of color in "Red Sorghum" serves multiple purposes, including setting the film's tone and atmosphere, narrating the story and character emotions, and highlighting the breakthroughs and heritage of color functions in the film.

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