On Audiovisual Translation from the Perspective of Multimodal Discourse Analysis: A Case Study of Wolf Warrior 2

In today's globalized world, the exchange of audiovisual products across cultures has become increasingly frequent.This research, by utilizing a comprehensive framework of Multimodal Discourse Analysis (MDA), aims to examine the subtitle translation of the Chinese action film Wolf Warrior 2 in the context of cross-cultural audiovisual translation by integrating linguistic components (words, grammar, semantics) with non-verbal components (facial expressions, body language, sound effects) to bridge cultural disparities. Subtitle translation, as an important means of audiovisual translation, not only needs to convey the literal meaning of the original text but also has to consider the integration with various non-verbal elements in the film. These non-verbal elements play a crucial role in expressing emotions, attitudes, and cultural connotations. Through a meticulous analysis of MDA principles and multimodal interactions in the film, this study puts forward effective translation strategies that take into account the cultural background of the target audience, the intended meaning of the original text, and the audiovisual context to enhance cross-cultural communication and foster a more profound global comprehension of the film’s content. This research not only makes contributions to the field of audiovisual translation but also enriches the discourse on cross-cultural communication in the globalized media environment.