On Audiovisual Translation from the Perspective of Multimodal Discourse Analysis: A Case Study of Wolf Warrior 2

Authors

  • Jing Ning

    School of Foreign Studies, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
  • Xiaoxin Mo

    School of Laboratory Medicine and Biotechnology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i8.9992
Received: 13 May 2025 | Revised: 16 June 2025 | Accepted: 30 June 2025 | Published Online: 2 August 2025

Abstract

In today's globalized world, the exchange of audiovisual products across cultures has become increasingly frequent.This research, by utilizing a comprehensive framework of Multimodal Discourse Analysis (MDA), aims to examine the subtitle translation of the Chinese action film Wolf Warrior 2 in the context of cross-cultural audiovisual translation by integrating linguistic components (words, grammar, semantics) with non-verbal components (facial expressions, body language, sound effects) to bridge cultural disparities. Subtitle translation, as an important means of audiovisual translation, not only needs to convey the literal meaning of the original text but also has to consider the integration with various non-verbal elements in the film. These non-verbal elements play a crucial role in expressing emotions, attitudes, and cultural connotations. Through a meticulous analysis of MDA principles and multimodal interactions in the film, this study puts forward effective translation strategies that take into account the cultural background of the target audience, the intended meaning of the original text, and the audiovisual context to enhance cross-cultural communication and foster a more profound global comprehension of the film’s content. This research not only makes contributions to the field of audiovisual translation but also enriches the discourse on cross-cultural communication in the globalized media environment.

Keywords:

Multimodal Discourse Analysis; Cross-Cultural Audiovisual Translation; Subtitle Translation; Technological Advancements; Audience Reception

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Ning, J., & Mo, X. (2025). On Audiovisual Translation from the Perspective of Multimodal Discourse Analysis: A Case Study of Wolf Warrior 2. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(8), 411 –. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i8.9992

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