英文 刮痧中的中西方文化差异
通过电影《刮痧》来谈谈中美文化的差异性,中英对照
1 IntroductionThe film “Scraping Therapy” reflects the difference of value and culture views between western society and orient society. China society has been receiving impact of Confucianism for thousands years. Confucianism is known as paying regard to human relationship and ethic. Piety, courtesy and localism are most important ethic. But in Western culture which is more emphasis on individualism, independence and equality. So conflicts in culture and value are unavoidable. These conflicts have shown in the story.In Chinese culture, physical punishment is commonly used by Chinese family. They think this will help to growing up. But in western society it is absolutely forbidden. Any abusing children were viewed as illegal conduct. As to show respect to friends, Da Tong Xu punished his own son physically in front of friends. But this was misinterpreted as violence by his foreign friends. This is a misunderstanding in culture between East and West.In this film, grandpa who had living in China for many years treated his grandson with a widespread treatment in Chinese folk named “Scraping Therapy”. This is a very ancient Chinese medicine therapy, and is handed down from one generation to another which has thousands of years of history in China. In the United States, this is an unfounded treatment. When the child gets sick, hospital is the only correct choice. Scraping Therapy in the story led to great conflict and misunderstanding. There are many other culture and value conflicts performed in the film, such as conflict between Chinese traditional culture and Western industrial civilization, conflict of the education of their children’s daily habits and so forth.How to avoid the tragedy of the story? We must strengthen the East-West cultural exchange and learning, and only with respect to different cultures and inclusive will it bepossible to avoid the culture and values of conflict.2 Comparison of Chinese and American values based on the movieChinese and Americans possess different values about success. At the beginning of the movie, XU Da-tong is rewarded as the best designer of video games by the company. When he is requested to make a short speech, he mentions that he would especially extend thanks to his boss and all of his colleagues. This is a typical Chinese speech made after being successful. They attribute their success to other’s help and cooperation. It is what Chinese people usually do on that occasion. In China, relationship plays a critical role in people’s lives. Many Chinese people get ahead with the help of their family background and friends. Therefore, they are used to extending their gratitude to other people even though their success has little to do with some of them. They seldom say that they succeed because of their own ability and hard work. Nevertheless, Americans hold different values in this aspect. Americans are more likely to express pride in themselves and their accomplishment rather than to express pride in their group, company, family or hometown.3 Family Education Conflict3.1. Chinese Family Education ViewIn China, when children do something wrong, parents will scold and beat children as a punishment. Chinese family education is famous for strictness. There are Chinese old sayings can show the strictness, such as “to feed without teaching is the father’s fault”,“spare the rod, spoil the son”, just as the words Datong’s father s aid: “打是亲,骂是爱(to scold and to beat a naughty boy is due to love)”. It is also common for parents,especially parents in the rural areas, to leave their children alone at home, Chinese parents are always busy with their jobs or farming, and there is not enough time for them to take care of their children, so they have to leave their children at home. It is not surprising at all in the rural areas to find children lying on the floor with fly flying around them. Nowadays, with the popularization of the television, it is safer and more convenient for parents to leave children at home.3.2 American Family Education ViewIn America, parents never hit their children for their mistakes .They do not think it will do any help to scold and beat them. It will be more useful to encourage them to stand up again than to scold and beat them, which will only discourage their confidence. And most importantly, it is illegal to beat children. In America, it is also illegal to leave their children alone at home.3.3 The Reason for Their Different ViewsThe reason for the differences between Chinese parents and American parents is that they each have different role orientation. Chinese parents consider their children as their own property. They think the children are affiliated to them. The children can only grow up under their control. Most of the Chinese parents play the role of arranging children’s fate. This kind of relationship is obviously unfair. However, American parents regard their children as free and independent individuals since their children are born. They put their children in an equal position. They pay much attention to the equal communication and respect children’s ideas and needs. In the process of their children’s growth, they give them guidance and help.1 Hence, Chinese parents have rights to scold and beat the children when they do something wrong and to leave them alone at home, while it is illegal to do such things in America.3.4 Family Education Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaIn Gua Sha, Datong’s son Denis hit his friend Kunlan’s son Paul, Datong asks Denis to apologize to Paul, but Denis refuses to say sorry to Paul, then Datong hit Denis on the face in front of the public. In Chinese eye, it is perfectly justified to do so because they think they do this for children’s good, and to hit children is to love them and to make them become a useful person. Chinese parents is always educating their own children first when they deal with the quarrel or fight among children, while American parents pay attention to the truth. That’s why Datong first asked Denis to apologize to Paul without finding who is wrong or right. However, in America, parents are just the children’s keepers. They can’t go too far scolding their children, let alone beat them. That’s why Datong’s f riend Kunlan is startled when he sees Datong hit Denis on the face.There is another typical plot can embody the different family education views of Chinese and American. When Datong’s father stays at the station, and Jane is at work, Datong has to leave Denis alone at home in order to pick his father home. When Datong is on his way to the police station, he calls Jane. Here is the conversation:Jane: Datong, where are you? I called twice, and no answer.Datong: I was at the police station.Jane: What? What happened?Datong: Dad has a…Jane: Is he ok?Datong: Yes, he’s met up with an emergency.Jane: where is Denis? Is he with you?Datong: He’s home, I mean he’s sleep.Jane: You mean you left Denis at home all by himself?Datong: Oh, Jesus! You called home.Datong’s father: Datong, you are driving too fast. Isn’t it breaking the law?Datong: Dad, I left Denis alone at home. I’ve already broken the law.From the conversation, it is known that it is illegal to leave children at home.3.4.1 Different Views of Interpersonal RelationshipDealing with the interpersonal relationship, American culture pays attention to individualism, while Chinese culture pays attention to collectivism. The following statements by Ting-Toomey are very clear:Individualism emphasizes the importance of individual identity over group identity, individual rights over group rights and individual needs over group needs, which gives priority to individual, advocates individual benefits and individual freedom. Americans think that everyone has the freedom to do everything he wants as long as what he does will not interrupt others’ benefit, and he will be responsible for what he does. In the contrast, collectivism attaches importance to “we” identity over the“I” i dentity, group rights over individual rights and in-group-oriented needs over individual want and desires. Collectivism promotes relational interdependence, in-group harmony, and in-group collaborative spirit.Not harming collective benefit is the precondition of what one does and what one says. When Chinese deal with the relationship of individual benefit and collective benefit, they think more of collective benefit. Sometimes, they will try their best to realize collective benefit at the expense of individual benefit. Chinese are always required to follow rules docilely and repress themselves. This kind of self-repression makes American scholars think that Chinese culture as I-less culture. Chinese culture emphasizes the full devotion to the collectivity and ignores individuality, while American culture gives a limited devotion to the collectivity.In Gua Sha, when Jane gave birth to Denis at the hospital, Datong did not accompany her at the hospital because he had a meeting at the company. This kind of choice is understandable in China, where collectivity outweighs individuality, but is unacceptable and unforgivable in American society. And this is not only the conflict between collectivism and individualism, but also the conflict in interpersonal relationship view.3.4.2 Family Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaFamily is the most basic element and carrier in the Chinese culture. Chinese family stresses the love of family and the love of consanguinity. They think that dog doesn’t eat dog(虎毒不食子),so when the Children Welfare Bureau accuses Datong of child abuse, he thinks it incredible and ridiculous. He says to his wife Jane, “A father loves his son. That’s the way where it works. Why do I have to prove my love, make up speeches? What the hellare w e doing, Jane? It’s turning upside down. Everything is turning upside down!” However, it is acceptable in America, which is a place pays more attention to the truth and evidence. Filial piety is also a very important virtue in Chinese family. In the movie, Datong lies to the judge that he is the one who does Gua Sha to Denis in order to protect his father who is the real one does Gua Sha to Denis. He thinks that if he tells the judge it is his father does Gua Sha to Denis, he sells his own father out, and then he will not be a filial son. However, Americans will never understand the concept of filial piety in Chinese culture. 3.4.3 Family Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaIn Gua Sha, Datong asks his friend as well as boss Kunlan to be his counsel in the hearing, while Kunlan is just a property right lawyer, who knows little about family law. Kunlan suggests Datong to find a professional family law lawyer, but Datong insists on asking him to be his counsel. The only reason is that Kunlan is his friend, and he trusts him. The following is the conversation between Datong and his friend Kunlan:Kunlan: …Family law is a very special land. It’s short time to ask a continuous day of hearing so that you can get someone who is qualified.Datong: Joh n, you know how much I love Denis! You’re best lawyer I know and my best friend. I mean who is ready to help.Kunlan: But I am just a property right lawyer, I knew little about family law.Datong: Denis is my best creation. I have a property right over him, right? They made a mistake, and all that you should do is to point it out and I can take Denis home. I’m counting on you!Take another example, in the second hearing, Kunlan tells the judge that Datong once hit Denis. Kunlan’s attestation lead the case t o be taken over by the formal court, Datong is very angry and decides to quit the job, thinking that Kunlan’s behavior betrays friend. Look at the conversation between Datong and his friend as well as boss Kunlan:Datong: I won’t talk to you!Kunlan: I am so sorry. I’m trying to tell you. I couldn’t lie, they knew everything. Datong: I don’t have the time and intonation to hear you to justify your action. I just want to get my son home and get my life back.Kunlan: And that’s why more than ever you need thi s job!Datong: I consider you as my friend, but you sold me out. How dare you expect me to work with you again?Kunlan: I just told the truthIn China, loyalty to friends is very important, while Americans are more rational. They emphasize the truth and know exactly what they should do. In a word, Chinese friendship focuses on human feelings, American friendship focuses on truth and reason.3家庭教育冲突3.1。
通过电影《刮痧》来谈谈中美文化地差异性,中英对照
1 IntroductionThe film “Scraping Therapy” reflects the difference of value and culture views between western society and orient society. China society has been receiving impact of Confucianism for thousands years. Confucianism is known as paying regard to human relationship and ethic. Piety, courtesy and localism are most important ethic. But in Western culture which is more emphasis on individualism, independence and equality. So conflicts in culture and value are unavoidable. These conflicts have shown in the story.In Chinese culture, physical punishment is commonly used by Chinese family. They think this will help to growing up. But in western society it is absolutely forbidden. Any abusing children were viewed as illegal conduct. As to show respect to friends, Da Tong Xu punished his own son physically in front of friends. But this was misinterpreted as violence by his foreign friends. This is a misunderstanding in culture between East and West.In this film, grandpa who had living in China for many years treated his grandson with a widespread treatment in Chinese folk named “Scraping Therapy”. This is a very ancient Chinese medicine therapy, and is handed down from one generation to another which has thousands of years of history in China. In the United States, this is an unfounded treatment. When the child gets sick, hospital is the only correct choice. Scraping Therapy in the story led to great conflict and misunderstanding. There are many other culture and value conflicts performed in the film, such as conflict between Chinese traditionalculture and Western industrial civilization, conflict of the education of their children’s daily habits and so forth.How to avoid the tragedy of the story? We must strengthen the East-West cultural exchange and learning, and only with respect to different cultures and inclusive will it be possible to avoid the culture and values of conflict.2 Comparison of Chinese and American values based on the movieChinese and Americans possess different values about success. At the beginning of the movie, XU Da-tong is rewarded as the best designer of video games by the company. When he is requested to make a short speech, he mentions that he would especially extend thanks to his boss and all of his colleagues. This is a typical Chinese speech made after being successful. They attribute their success to other’s help and cooperation. It is what Chinese people usually do on that occasion. In China, relationship plays a critical role in people’s lives. Many Chinese people get ahead with the help of their family background and friends. Therefore, they are used to extending their gratitude to other people even though their success has little to do with some of them. They seldom say that they succeed because of their own ability and hard work. Nevertheless, Americans hold different values in this aspect. Americans are more likely to express pride in themselves and their accomplishment rather than to express pride in their group, company, family or hometown.3 Family Education Conflict3.1. Chinese Family Education ViewIn China, when children do something wrong, parents will scold and beat children as a punishment. Chinese family education is famous for strictness. There are Chinese old sayings can show the strictness, such as “to feed without teaching is the father’s fault”, “spare the rod, spoil the son”, just as the words Datong’s father said: “打是亲,骂是爱(to scold and to beat a naughty boy is due to love)”. It is also common for parents, especially parents in the rural areas, to leave their children alone at home, Chinese parents are always busy with their jobs or farming, and there is not enough time for them to take care of their children, so they have to leave their children at home. It is not surprising at all in the rural areas to find children lying on the floor with fly flying around them. Nowadays, with the popularization of the television, it is safer and more convenient for parents to leave children at home.3.2 American Family Education ViewIn America, parents never hit their children for their mistakes .They do not think it will do any help to scold and beat them. It will be more useful to encourage them to stand up again than to scold and beat them, which will only discourage their confidence. And most importantly, it is illegal to beat children. In America, it is also illegal to leave their children alone at home.3.3 The Reason for Their Different ViewsThe reason for the differences between Chinese parents and American parents is that they each have different role orientation. Chinese parents consider their children as their own property. They think the children are affiliated to them. The children can only grow up under their control. Most of the Chinese parents play the role of arranging children’s fate. This kind of relationship is obviously unfair. However, American parents regard their children as free and independent individuals since their children are born. They put their children in an equal position. They pay much attention to the equal communication and respect children’s ideas and needs. In the processof their children’s growth, they give them guidance and help.1 Hence, Chinese parents have rights to scold and beat the children when they do something wrong and to leave them alone at home, while it is illegal to do such things in America.3.4 Family Education Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaIn Gua Sha, Datong’s son Denis hit his friend Kunlan’s son Paul, Datong asks Denis to apologize to Paul, but Denis refuses to say sorry to Paul, then Datong hit Denis on the face in front of the public. In Chinese eye, it is perfectly justified to do so because they think they do this for children’s good, and to hit children is to love them and to make them become a useful person. Chinese parents is always educating their own children first when they deal with the quarrel or fight among children, while American parents pay attention to the truth. That’s why Datong first asked Denis to apologize to Paul without finding who is wrong or right. However, in America, parents are just the children’s keepers. They can’t go too far scolding their children, let alone beat them. That’s why Datong’s friend Kunlan is startled when he sees Datong hit Denis on the face.There is another typical plot can embody the different family education views of Chinese and American. When Datong’s father stays at the station, and Jane is at work, Datong has to leave Denis alone at home in order to pick his father home. When Datong is on his way to the police station, he calls Jane. Here is the conversation:Jane: Datong, where are you? I called twice, and no answer.Datong: I was at the police station.Jane: What? What happened?Datong: Dad has a…Jane: Is he ok?Datong: Yes, he’s met up with an emergency.Jane: where is Denis? Is he with you?Datong: He’s home, I mean he’s sleep.Jane: You mean you left Denis at home all by himself?Datong: Oh, Jesus! You called home.Datong’s father: Datong, you are driving too fast. Isn’t it breaking the law?Datong: Dad, I left Denis alone at home. I’ve already broken the law. From the conversation, it is known that it is illegal to leave children at home.3.4.1 Different Views of Interpersonal RelationshipDealing with the interpersonal relationship, American culture pays attention to individualism, while Chinese culture pays attention to collectivism. The following statements by Ting-Toomey are very clear:Individualism emphasizes the importance of individual identity over group identity, individual rights over group rights and individual needs over group needs, which gives priority to individual, advocates individual benefits and individual freedom. Americans think that everyone has the freedom to doeverything he wants as long as what he does will not interrupt others’ benefit, and he will be responsible for what he does. In the contrast, collectivism attaches importance to “we” identity over the “I” identity, group rights over individual rights and in-group-oriented needs over individual want and desires. Collectivism promotes relational interdependence, in-group harmony, and in-group collaborative spirit.Not harming collective benefit is the precondition of what one does and what one says. When Chinese deal with the relationship of individual benefit and collective benefit, they think more of collective benefit. Sometimes, they will try their best to realize collective benefit at the expense of individual benefit. Chinese are always required to follow rules docilely and repress themselves. This kind of self-repression makes American scholars think that Chinese culture as I-less culture. Chinese culture emphasizes the full devotion to the collectivity and ignores individuality, while American culture gives a limited devotion to the collectivity.In Gua Sha, when Jane gave birth to Denis at the hospital, Datong did not accompany her at the hospital because he had a meeting at the company. This kind of choice is understandable in China, where collectivity outweighs individuality, but is unacceptable and unforgivable in American society. And this is not only the conflict between collectivism and individualism, but also the conflict in interpersonal relationship view.3.4.2 Family Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaFamily is the most basic element and carrier in the Chinese culture. Chinese family stresses the love of family and the love of consanguinity. They think that dog doesn’t eat dog(虎毒不食子),so when the Children Welfare Bureau accuses Datong of child abuse, he thinks it incredible and ridiculous. He says to his wife Jane, “A father loves his son. That’s the way where it works. Why do I have to prove my love, make up speeches? What the hell are we doing, Jane? It’s turning upside down. Everything is turning upside down!”However, it is acceptable in America, which is a place pays more attention to the truth and evidence. Filial piety is also a very important virtue in Chinese family. In the movie, Datong lies to the judge that he is the one who does Gua Sha to Denis in order to protect his father who is the real one does Gua Sha to Denis. He thinks that if he tells the judge it is his father does Gua Sha to Denis, he sells his own father out, and then he will not be a filial son. However, Americans will never understand the concept of filial piety in Chinese culture.3.4.3 Family Conflict Reflected in Gua ShaIn Gua Sha, Datong asks his friend as well as boss Kunlan to be his counsel in the hearing, while Kunlan is just a property right lawyer, who knows little about family law. Kunlan suggests Datong to find a professional family law lawyer, but Datong insists on asking him to be his counsel. The only reason is that Kunlan is his friend, and he trusts him. The following is the conversation between Datong and his friend Kunlan:Kunlan: …Family law is a very special land. It’s short time to ask acontinuous day of hearing so that you can get someone who is qualified. Datong: John, you know how much I love Denis! You’re best lawyer I know and my best friend. I mean who is ready to help.Kunlan: But I am just a property right lawyer, I knew little about family law. Datong: Denis is my best creation. I have a property right over him, right? They made a mistake, and all that you should do is to point it out and I can take Denis home. I’m counting on you!Take another example, in the second hearing, Kunlan tells the judge that Datong once hit Denis. Kunlan’s attestation lead the case to be taken over by the formal court, Datong is very angry and decides to quit the job, thinking that Kunlan’s behavior betrays friend. Look at the conversation between Datong and his friend as well as boss Kunlan:Datong: I won’t talk to you!Kunlan: I am so sorry. I’m trying to tell you. I couldn’t lie, they knew everything.Datong: I don’t have the time and intonation to hear you to justify your action.I just want to get my son home and get my life back.Kunlan: And that’s why more than ever you need this job!Datong: I consider you as my friend, but you sold me out. How dare you expect me to work with you again?Kunlan: I just told the truthIn China, loyalty to friends is very important, while Americans are more rational. They emphasize the truth and know exactly what they should do. In a word, Chinese friendship focuses on human feelings, American friendship focuses on truth and reason.3家庭教育冲突3.1。
从跨文化交际视角浅析电影刮痧中的中美文化差异
现代经济信息424从跨文化交际视角浅析电影刮痧中的中美文化差异张庆梅 丽江师范高等专科学校外语系摘要：电影《刮痧》是一部反映华裔家庭在美国的文化碰撞的优秀影片。
该影片从中美不同的文化价值取向及思维方式角度，描述了由于这些不同所造成的交际失误带来的严重后果。
本文从跨文化交际视角结合电影当中的人文情节进行分析研究，分析跨文化交际学在文化沟通与理解方面的重要意义。
关键词：电影《刮痧》；跨文化交际；文化价值观；文化差异中图分类号：J905 文献识别码：A 文章编号：1001-828X(2016)030-000424-01一、引言“跨文化交际”的英语名称是"cross-cultural communication(或inter-cultural communication)"。
它指本族语者与非本族语者之间的交际，也指任何在语言和文化背景方面有差异的人们之间的交际。
通俗来说就是如果你和外国人打交道(由于存在语言和文化背景的差异)，应该注意什么问题，应该如何得体地去交流。
不同文化背景下人们之间的沟通交流在全球化的趋势下，变得越来越频繁。
在这样的趋势下，不同文化背景和不同文化差异给人们的交流与沟通带来了一些不可避免的障碍，而这些障碍必然影响人与人之间的和谐相处，由于现实生活中的这些交流障碍，我们进行跨文化研究并为跨文化交际障碍提出解决办法具有很深的现实意义。
在电影中，文化差异也引起了道德观和价值观的不同，该影片是一部反映华裔家庭与美国主流文化价值观冲撞的优秀影片。
在影片《刮痧》中，中美文化差异从以下几方面体现：个人主义思想和集体主义思想；美国人崇尚独立自主与中国人追求家庭团圆；美国人的理性与中国人的感性。
二、中美文化差异在影片中的具体现１．不同的教育方式在任何一个国度，孩子不但是一个家庭的希望，也是一个国家的未来，因此任何一种文化，对孩子的教育都是十分重视的。
但是，一个国家的文化传统、风俗习惯和历史背景都深深地影响着其教育理念及方式。
刮痧中的文化差异
Differences between Chinese and AmericanCultures in GuashaWhen I was a freshman in college, my friends recommended me to watch a well-known film called Guasha for the first time. Now, I am a sophomore student and I am required to write a paper on cultural differences.So, I came back to review the movie from a multicultural aspect and I have many different feelings after watching it again.Guasha, the movie which focus on the differences between Chinese and American cultures, is the most successful one after Perking Men in New York in Chinese film industry.After years of hard work, Xu Datong, a Chinese immigrant to the US, h as finally achieved success as an outstanding video game designer. With hispromising career and loving family, he feels he has become a true American.Datong’s father comes over from China, and uses a traditional Chinese medical technique, called guasha, to treat Datong`s son, Dennis. Unexpectedly, an American doctor thinks the bruises on Dennis` back left by the guasha treatment are signs of child abuse, and the finger is pointed at Datong. In the court, Datong loses his mind and finally he loses the custody of his son.After seeing this scene, the audience, especially the Chinese, are shocked and think it is ridiculous and foolish. Why that something seems quite simple and easy to us can be difficult to understand and even misleading?The answer is culture difference.The film Guasha reflects the difference of value and culture views bet ween western society and orient society. Here are my new feelings.First of all, value difference in education. At the very beginning of the movie, Datong's son Denis quarreled with his boss' son while playing game and Datong give a slap to Denis and let him making an apology to show his respect to his boss. While his boss can not understand him and this even be an evidence of Datong's violence in the court later. Every one of us Chinese can understand Datong's behavior and it is definitely normal in China. In Chinese traditional notion, parents regard their children as personal belongs.They hold the views that now that they give birth to their children, it is undeniable that they have the right to educate even punish their children.They require their children to behave what they tell them and obey the rules.As Datong said in the film, he is Denis's father and he definitely loves him and it is no need to prove this. While in American, people believe children are the social wealth, so they have lots of communities and associations to protect children's tights and benefits, using social power to guarantee their health and sound grow up. In Chinese culture, physical punishment is commonly used by Chinese family. They think this will help to growing up.But in western society it is absolutely forbidden. Any behavior of abusing children was viewed as illegal conduct. The conflict happens on the usinglanguages between the different generations, the way of teaching their children. Of course, the main one is the Chinese traditional values and American ones.Second, the value differences in family and social relationship.. Family has played an important role in Chinese society for a long time. Emotion is another understanding level in this film. It includes the love between father and son, mother and son, grandfather and grandson and friends. But the main aspect is the love between father and son. There are two pairs of father and son in this movie. I still remember when Datong's friend ask Jian Ling why Datong conceal the fact and said that it is himself but not his father who gua sha for his son Denis. What Jian Ling answered shocked me, she said︰" Because he is a Chinese. " This reflect an important moral character in China―Xiao, which is also called filial piety in English. Chinese think Xiao is protecting their parents from any unfair and dangerous things, even if sometimes it will at the expenses of their own safety and benefits. Compared with most of Chinese, Americans pay more attention on themselves and they respect the truth.Third, value difference in traditional culture. Chinese society has been receiving impact of Confucianism for thousands of years. Confucianism is known as paying regard to human relationship and ethic. Piety, courtesy and loyalty are most important ethic. But in Western culture which is more emphasis on individualism, independence and equality. They tend to be egocentric. Guasha is a traditional treatment in China, but sadly it is rarely known in American. Thus, they can not understand this medical treatment.At the end of the movie, Datong and Jianning are teaching Denis to read some phrases in Chinese. It remind me of the great attraction of Chinese culture, Wherever you go, whatever you do, you should always remember you root/In a word, it is inevitable that there are many differences between China and American. As science and technology progress, the world gets even smaller and the communication between them is more frequent. Our country, China, should absorb the essence and does not eliminate the bad things and seek the common ground with other countries. Only in this way can our country become a more powerful. As for our college students, we should hold a objective view towards cultural difference and feel proud for our own culture.。
浅析电影《刮痧》中体现的中美文化差异
浅析电影《刮痧》中体现的中美文化差异若云軒外语系本科毕业论文论文英文题目:Analysis on Cultural Differences betweenChina and America in the Film of GUASHA 论文中文题目:浅析电影《刮痧》中体现的中美文化差异本科毕业论文（设计）目录Abstract------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 摘要----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1Ⅰ. Introduction-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2Ⅱ. Background -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2Ⅲ. Some Culture Differences Reflected in the Film ----------------------------------------- 51. In family education2. In the aspect of custom3. In the aspect of laws4. In the aspect of charactersⅣ. The Reasons behind the Cultural Differences -------------------------------------------- 91. Cognition2. Cultural influence3. Education methods4. “Face” conceptⅤ. Measures to Better Understanding between Different Cultures---------------------101. Promoting culture exchange2. Taking the essence and discarding the dross3. Harmonious coexistence4. EqualityⅥ. Conclusion------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12Bibliography--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14Analysis on Cultural Differences between China and America in the Film of GUASHAAbstractEach country has its own culture and values, China and America have many cultural conflicts in every field. GuaSha is a typical movie that shows many culture differences between China and America. Xu Datong is a designer of Network games in St. Louis. When his father visits them from China, his father performs GuaSha (a Chinese traditional treatment) to his grandson, which leaves bright red marks on the skin and causes a lawsuit of child abuse. It made the culture differences between China and America be a hot topic. And this paper will discuss the difference between China and America based on the film GuaSha. The aim of this article is to find these differences and get the ways to deal with them to emphasize the importance in culture communication, respect and equality.Keywords:culture difference intercultural communication equality fusion摘要每个国家都有自己的文化和价值观，中国和美国在各个领域也存在许多文化冲突。
中西方医学文化差异
Differences between Chinese culture and Western culture中西方文化差异2012年5月This is scraping（刮痧）.What idea doyou have?Below I strongly will brief West's medicine cultural difference.In my opinionDifference between Western medicine in mainly in the difference in ways of thinking, to talk about differences in Western medicine, mainly in traditional Chinese medicine.Because the world is the "Western" world, thinking of you already are "Western" thought.The basic theory of TCM, mostly from ancient philosophy.The Chinesemedicine good atuse whole, thetotal information,have the systemmethod.Chinese medicine itself also emphasized does not treat sickness to govern has not gotten sick, but the Chinese medicine most basic thought is not treats an illness governs the human, but is not governs the god, it advocates the maintenance, is good at preventing, it requests the human to comply with the nature, requests the human to have healthy habits and customs and the manner.Following introduces several traditional medicine method of treatment•Acupuncture and moxibustion(针灸)•Moxibustion(艾灸)•Scraping(刮痧)•Cupping jar(火罐)•Massage(按摩)•Medicinal tea (药茶)•Qigong(气功)•Tai Chi(太极)•Medicinal liquor(药酒)The western medicine origins from the ancient Greece(希腊). The westernmedicine isobjective,concrete,pointed.The western medicine produces in anatomy.Treats an illness in the West depends on the drug, now also uses the operation.The modern medicine by the West primarily, the characteristic is pointed, effective quick.Thank you!。
电影《刮痧》中的中西文化差异
在这部电影中，中西方文化差异主要表现在亲情观、友情 观、人权观和道德观等等。
Family concept 亲情观
在中国人眼里，“家”有着不可替代的重要位置， 家人要互相关心，休戚与共，子女要遵从孝道 Xu Datong not only does not blame his father because of this incident, but with his wife to conceal him.He lied in front of the judge scraping for his children, not his father. So his American friend didn’t understand him. His wife, Jianning explained: because he is Chinese .
电影中，在法庭上有一段关于孙悟空的辩论。在中国人心中， 孙悟空代表正义。而在电影中，孙悟空则被美国律师诬蔑为 野蛮和暴力。
The key to avoid different cultural conflict, that is, mutual understanding and tolerance. In the movie ,Quinlan comes to China and experiences what’s scrapping. He proved the scrapping is a treatment method for China. At last a conflict caused by cultural barriers can be solved.
避免不同文化冲突的关键，就是互相了解和包容。 在电影中，昆兰来到中国并体验了什么是刮痧。他 证明了刮痧是中国的一种治病方法。最终，一场由 文化障碍引发的冲突得以解决。
刮痧观后感文化差异英文
刮痧观后感文化差异英文The ancient practice of cupping therapy has been a subject of fascination and intrigue for many across the globe. As a traditional Chinese medical technique, it has gained significant attention in recent years, particularly with its widespread adoption and adaptation in various cultural contexts. The cultural differences observed in the perception and practice of cupping therapy are a testament to the dynamic interplay between traditional healing modalities and the diverse societal norms and beliefs that shape their interpretation and application.One of the most striking cultural differences in the perception of cupping therapy lies in the degree of its acceptance and integration into mainstream healthcare systems. In China, where the practice originated, cupping is deeply rooted in the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) framework and is widely recognized and utilized as a complementary treatment option, often integrated seamlessly alongside conventional Western medical practices. Practitioners of TCM are highly trained in the art of cupping, and the technique is commonly employed to address a wide range of ailments, frommusculoskeletal pain to respiratory conditions.In contrast, the acceptance and integration of cupping therapy in Western healthcare systems have been more gradual and uneven. While some countries, such as the United States, have seen a growing interest and adoption of cupping as an alternative or complementary therapy, the practice has often been met with skepticism and resistance from the mainstream medical establishment. The lack of robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of cupping, coupled with the unfamiliarity of the technique within the Western biomedical paradigm, has contributed to this reluctance.Another significant cultural difference lies in the visual perception and interpretation of the characteristic circular marks left on the skin after a cupping session. In Chinese culture, these marks are often viewed as a sign of the therapy's effectiveness, indicating the successful release of stagnant energy or "qi" from the body. The presence of these marks is celebrated and embraced as a testament to the healing process. However, in Western contexts, these same marks are sometimes perceived with a sense of unease or even alarm, as they may be mistaken for signs of harm or injury, rather than a natural byproduct of the cupping technique.The cultural differences in the understanding and application ofcupping therapy also extend to the rituals and practices surrounding the treatment. In traditional Chinese medicine, the cupping process is often accompanied by the burning of herbs, the use of specialized tools, and the incorporation of specific acupuncture points. These elements are integral to the holistic approach of TCM, where the mind, body, and spirit are all considered in the healing process. In contrast, Western adaptations of cupping may focus more on the physical aspects of the technique, often stripping away the cultural and spiritual components that are central to the traditional Chinese practice.Furthermore, the societal perceptions and attitudes towards pain and discomfort also play a significant role in the cultural differences observed in cupping therapy. In Chinese culture, the temporary discomfort or redness caused by cupping is often seen as a necessary and even desirable part of the healing process, as it is believed to facilitate the release of stagnant energy and promote the flow of qi. However, in Western societies, where the avoidance of pain and discomfort is often prioritized, the idea of purposefully inducing such sensations through a medical intervention may be met with resistance or hesitation.The cultural differences in the perception and practice of cupping therapy also extend to the social and interpersonal dynamics surrounding the treatment. In China, cupping is often a communalexperience, with practitioners and patients engaging in a shared ritual of healing that is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions and values of the society. The act of receiving cupping therapy may be seen as a social event, with family members or friends often participating in the process together. In contrast, the Western approach to cupping therapy tends to be more individualistic, with the treatment often taking place in a clinical setting, with a focus on the practitioner-patient relationship rather than the broader social context.Despite these cultural differences, the growing global interest in cupping therapy has led to a fascinating cross-cultural exchange and adaptation of the practice. As more people from diverse cultural backgrounds are exposed to the technique, there is an opportunity for mutual understanding, appreciation, and the blending of traditional and modern healing modalities. This process of cultural exchange and adaptation can ultimately lead to a more nuanced and holistic understanding of the role of cupping therapy in the broader landscape of healthcare and wellness.In conclusion, the cultural differences observed in the perception and practice of cupping therapy are a testament to the rich tapestry of human experience and the diverse ways in which traditional healing modalities are interpreted and applied across different societal contexts. As we continue to explore and engage with these culturaldifferences, we may find that the true value of cupping therapy lies not only in its physical benefits but also in its ability to bridge the gaps between diverse cultures and foster a greater understanding of the multifaceted nature of human health and wellbeing.。
- 1、下载文档前请自行甄别文档内容的完整性，平台不提供额外的编辑、内容补充、找答案等附加服务。
- 2、"仅部分预览"的文档,不可在线预览部分如存在完整性等问题,可反馈申请退款(可完整预览的文档不适用该条件!)。
- 3、如文档侵犯您的权益，请联系客服反馈,我们会尽快为您处理(人工客服工作时间：9:00-18:30)。
Scraping Therapy
The film “Scraping Therapy” reflects the difference s of value and culture views between westerners and Chinese. China society is influenced by Confucianism for thousands years. Confucianism is known as paying regard to human relationship and ethic. But in Western culture, people emphasize more on individualism, independence and equality. So conflicts in culture and value are unavoidable. These conflicts have shown in the movie.
Conflict 1: Individualism and collectivism
Individualism emphasizes individual goals and independence, but collectivism advocates the inseparable relationship and dependence between person and person. China is a collectivism country, but America is an individualism country. In movie, actually the grandfather did Scraping Therapy to Dennis. But in the court, Datong admitted it without hesitation. This reflects the inseparable relationship and dependence in a family. Bonds between two family members are strong. When a family member is in need, the other will give him a hand by nature and sometimes even the help is illegal or against conscience. Those sacrifices will be made to help friends as well. Now in China society, people who are in same relationship networks still benefit from each other.
There is another example explaining this character of a Chinese. In the court, Quinlan witnessed that Datong beat his son. Datong was angry and accused Quinlan that he had been treated Quinlan as his friend but Quinlan betrayed him in the court. As an American, Quinlan considered what he had done was totally correct and Datong was a friend of him. Americans always make a distinction between public affairs and personal affairs. They are just about principle issues. This reflects a different individualism value of friendship. Conflict 2: Chinese’s emotion and American law
In movie, Datong brought Dennis off the welfare horse to airport because he wanted to make his father to have one last look at grandson before leaving America. On Christmas day, Datong Climbed water pipe to meet his family at the risk of his life. Every Chinese will be moved by the kinships in Datong’s
family.
But, all these are illegal in American law. This is against Chinese’s emotion. Chinese pay more attention to the emotion everywhere even in the law. But American attaches importance to the fact especially in the law. Their law involves so many areas and some of them are against the understanding of a Chinese.
In China, parents consider children as parts of their own. Sometimes, they beat and scold their children for better education. But in America, parents are just children’s guardian and they have no right to beat and scold their children especially for minors. To protect minors, American passed a series of law. On account of that, in this movie, Dennis had been separated from his parents because he was left alone home and had scar in his back.
Conflict 3: The problem of “Face”
In movie, Datong beat his son because he wanted to give his friend Quinlan Face. That made Quinlan confused.
In Chinese culture, people respect the elder and there’s a distinct line between different classes. American pays more attention to independence, individuality, equality, mutual respect and understanding. As I have mentioned, China is a collectivist country and people benefit from each other. People live in an invisible relationship network and are inequality in this network. People are unwilling to offend others especially the people from upper classes. Resulting from it, it forces people speak in a gentle way with high context language to live together peacefully and harmoniously. That’s the reason why people sacrifice their dignity and even conscience to maintain their and other s’Face. In this movie, Datong beating his son is the best example. Westerners also value face. But in interpersonal communication, they are less complicated than Chinese. They make a distinction between public affairs and personal affairs and are just about principle issues.
People from different cultures often have conflicts. People want to solve those problems to live harmoniously. That’s why we study this course.。