A Multimodal Metaphor Analysis of Chinese Architecture in Ne Zha 2

From the perspective of Multimodal Metaphor Theory, the architectural scenes in Ne Zha 2 embody highly condensed cultural connotations. Through the synergy of vision, soundscape, and dialect, the film constructs a metaphorical chain of “human order—ethnic oppression—theocratic structure” via the three core architectural spaces. As core signifiers, buildings drive the plot, shape characters, and convey values. The study reveals that animation activates traditional architecture’s metaphorical potential through cross-modal mapping, endowing historical symbols with contemporary vitality and providing a paradigm for the creative transformation of traditional culture.

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