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Title
Hopping Vampire Zombies: Hong Kong Cinema Brings Chinese Folklore to the Present.
Abstract
The article explores the production of comedic horror films in Hong Kong, China that feature vampire zombies based on the Chinese legendary character called Jiangshi. Topics discussed include the cinematic depiction of supernatural beings in Jiangshi films, the setting, characters, and themes addressed by the Hong Kong film "Mr. Vampire," and comparison between Chinese and Western zombies in films.