Abstract:This paper mainly explores the similarities and differences between Chinese and Western heroism. There is a hero in every nation and every culture. Heroism has a special social representation in its specific national culture, and to a certain extent has a subtle influence on the development of society. Film is not only a medium to entertain people's daily lives, but also a way to spread different cultures in the world. Based on Hero and King Arthur, this thesis finds that there are mainly three differences between Chinese and Western heroism: 1.Different definitions 2.Different manifestation 3.Different cultural origins.

Key words: Intercultural communication; Chinese and Western culture; heroism

Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

Introduction-1

I.-Different Definition-3

A.-The Concept of Chinese Heroism-3

B.-The Concept of Western Heroism-4

II.-Different Manifestation-5

A.-The Manifestation of Chinese Heroism-5

B. The Manifestation of Western Heroism-5

III.-Different Cultural Origins-7

A.-Heroism in Chinese Confucianism and Collectivism-7

B.-Heroism in Western Christianity and Individualism-8

Conclusion-10

Acknowledgments-11

Bibliography-12