Is Blockbuster Wolf Warrior 2 a Metaphor for China in Africa?
Set in a fictional war-torn African country, Wolf Warrior 2 tells the story of a former special forces soldier saving his compatriots and locals from the hands of American-led mercenaries. Word on the Internet is that it's "white savior" Hollywood-style action with a twist - the main character is Chinese - but that hasn't stopped it from becoming the highest-grossing Chinese film ever released.
Is the hugely successful film Wolf Warrior 2 a metaphor for China's growing presence in Africa - and perhaps beyond? It's an action thriller featuring a Rambo-like Chinese hero… Read more »
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