Abstract:This article is to explore the meaning of cultural imperialism, the basic values ​​of American mainstream culture, and the US imperialism in Hollywood movies. Among the entertainment commodities, the film industry has the most far-reaching impact. American film is like a tornado sweeping across the world and changes the public's awareness of thinking and establishes the political hegemony of imperialism.

Through the comparison of several famous movies, readers can understand the US culture imperialism in the Hollywood movies and the cultural impact of imperialism on the world. At last, some vivid examples are set up in order to help readers have a better understanding of US imperialism in Hollywood movies.

Key words: America’s culture;Imperialism;Hollywood Movie

Table of Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction of Hollywood Movies-1

1.1 Hollywood culture-1

1.2 Movies-1

2. Literature Review-2

3. Introduction of American Culture-4

3.1 Value of mainstream American culture-4

3.2 Popular culture-5

3.2.1 Theater-5

3.2 .2 Music-5

3.2 .3 Television-5

4. Introduction of Culture Imperialism-6

4.1 The definition of culture imperialism-6

4.2 The features of culture imperialism-6

4.3 The effect to the world-6

4.4 view on culture imperialism-7

5. Case Study-10

6.Conclusion-13

7.References-15

8.Acknowledgements-16