Accented Cinema

Why are Chinese Swords not as Famous | Video Essay (1x2)

Air date: Dec 06, 2018

Accented Cinema - Episode 2 You probably know what katana is, but do you know the word for sword in Chinese? In this episode, we examine the various depictions of swords in both Chinese and Japanese films. We'll delve into the cultural significance behind their depiction and see how swords reflect the philosophy of the two nations. And the Chinese word for sword is "Jian".