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A Brief Analysis of English Film Subtitle Translation Based on Relevance Theory -- A Case Study of the Film Green Book

Xinshu ZhaoDepartment of Foreign Languages, Shandong University, Qingdao, Shandong 266000, China*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

As an art form, the film plays an important role in spreading national culture and enhancing cultural exchanges. Nowadays, more and more English movies are screened on the big screen in China and have received wide acclaim and lively discussions among audiences in China. In this context, a good translation of English movie subtitles is important for understanding foreign cultures. Based on the application of relevance theory in translation and combining with the characteristics of film subtitles, this paper makes a simple analysis of the subtitle translation of the film Green Book from the aspects of content and style, with a view of removing the barriers and providing a better experience for the target language audience. Besides, this paper believes that when translating, translators also master the basic subtitle translation theory and do more information checks in many aspects when translating to ensure the accuracy of the translation. This is responsible for both the movie and the audience.

Keywords: Relevance Theory; Subtitle Translation; Movie Subtitle
Published: May 17, 2023
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/3/20220244
Volume: CHR Vol.3
pp. 182-188
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