Body Narrative and Affective Translation: An Exploration of Humanistic Discourse Identity in Postwar Science Fiction Films

Abstract

In the post-World War II era, when film technology has been undergoing rapid innovation and society’s concern for human survival and ethical and moral issues has been increasing, science fiction films have been widely favoured by audiences because of their attitude towards survival and imaginative power. Such works present a profound exploration of body narrative through visual effects, based on humanistic discourse and care, and using the advantages of body expression to closely link affections in physical and metaphorical space, thus facilitating the translation of affections and reshaping the in-depth dialogue with the audience. At the same time, through the video narrative that conveys aesthetic meaning, provokes profound cultural reflection and builds human consensus, it satisfies and expands the value of social significance. By analyzing how post-war science fiction films effectively use humanistic discourse to achieve social communication and identification with the audience, the article provides a new perspective for similar film creation and theoretical research.