Analysis on the Intercultural Communication of American TV Series in China

Abstract
Globalization has strengthened the intercultural communication of films and television products. Intercultural communication undoubtedly has the most extensive coverage. As the most popular form of entertainment in the society, TV series not only bring tremendous international income, but also promote the international cultural exchange. American TV series’ prevalence in China indicates that the cultural communication between different cultures can not be halted. TV series are of no exception. We should take the initiative to meet the challenges of foreign cultures, and develop our national culture on the basis of reasonable treatment to foreign cultures.
Key words: American TV series, cross-culture, communication
Contents
Acknowledgements    I
摘要    II
Abstract    III
1 Introduction    1
2 Literature Review    3
2.1 The Relevant Research at Home    3
2.2 The Relevant Research abroad    4
3 The Analysis of American TV Series    5
3.1 The Characteristics of American TV Series    5
3.2 The Reasons and Current Situation of the Spreading of American Films and Plays in China    5
3.2.1The Different Culture Attract the Audience    5
3.2.2Rationalism Meets the Superiority of Audience Curious Psychology    6
3.2.3 Individualism Fit the Pursuit of Audience    7
4 The Suggestions for the Spreading of Chinese Films and Plays    9
5 Conclusion    11
References    12