This study explores the role of contemporary Taiwanese cinema in reclaiming and recreating cultural identity within a postcolonial context. Taiwanese film, shaped by the impact of colonialism throughout its history, has evolved into a crucial platform for the process of decolonization and cultural defiance. The study highlights the process of recontextualization of local landscapes and the revival of dialects, illustrating how these factors demonstrate resilience and identity. This analysis examines how Taiwanese filmmakers actively resist the homogenizing impacts of globalization and navigate the enduring consequences of colonialism. The resurgence of regional dialects in movies is particularly remarkable since it signifies an effort to preserve the linguistic variety of the Taiwan region and a deliberate response to previous language suppression. This study examines the role of cinema in the ongoing process of cultural decolonization in Taiwan, asserting that contemporary Taiwanese cinema serves as a potent instrument for cultural affirmation. It provides alternative narratives that highlight the distinctive historical and cultural experiences of Taiwan.
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