A Study on the Functional Roles of Female Characters in Chinese Huangmei Opera Film and Television Dramas

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Qian Li

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           This research explores the narrative innovation and character construction in Huangmei Opera film and television dramas, highlighting their significant role in the inheritance and development of this traditional art form in the new era. Faced with the continuous evolution of social values and aesthetic tastes, Huangmei Opera film and television dramas necessitate innovation and transformation. Utilizing qualitative research methods, including case studies, this study investigates the narrative functions of female characters and constructs a narrative structure model. Data collection and analysis aim to elucidate how narrative themes and the roles of functional characters contribute to the narrative structure within Huangmei Opera film and television drama cases, offering theoretical insights for their modern adaptation.


The research results found that the narrative structure of Huangmei Opera film and television dramas can be enhanced by emphasizing the subjectivity of female characters, increasing the number of functional characters, and constructing multiple plot units. Additionally, the portrayal and evolution of female characters mirror the shifts in societal values and indicate the progressive awakening of female consciousness.

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