Study on Subtitle Translation of Chang'an from the Perspective of Adaption Theory

Abstract

As international cultural exchanges become closer and closer, film is particularly important as a bridge of cultural communication, showing a booming trend. Subtitle translation is one of the important factors for a film to go global. High-quality subtitle translation can enhance the viewing experience of overseas audiences and deepen their understanding of the culture involved in the film, thus promoting cultural exchange. The film Chang'an is a great success because of its beautiful picture and wonderful story content, which is loved by the audience. This paper analyses the adaptation in the subtitle translation of Chang’an from the perspective of adaptation theory, in terms of context and language with examples. It explores how subtitle translation can balance the differences in language and culture between the two countries, so that subtitle translation can better serve film and television works.