Study On Evolution History And Development Trend Of Shaolin Martial Arts Film

There is an ancient Chinese saying: "All Kung fu in the world comes from Shaolin. " Since the appearance of martial arts movies, “Shaolin” whose history can goes back to the 1920 s has become one of the hottest theme. After entering the 1970 s, Shaolin theme not only is an important part of martial arts movies, but also rapidly grows into the Shaolin kungfu movies which is affiliated with material arts movies. Though the process was rough and rugged in the last few decades, Shaolin kungfu movies have a flourishing and sound development as a whole. As stepping into 21 st century, the hit movies Shaolin and Ip Man set off a climax of the martial arts movies. Although the path was long and winding in the last few decades, but still, the development was booming. Coming into the 21 st century, to "Shaolin" and "Ip Man" to represent the martial arts movies aggressively, declaring a new renaissance.On the basis of the mentioned condition and from the perspective of history, the paper places Shaolin Kung fu movies into the socio-historical environment at that time to analyze them logically through consulting literature, thus obtaining a clear historical clue. And the paper discusses 3D computer technology, types of animated movies, Internet+movies and industrial chain of movie products by combining with the trend of movies in the 21 st century under the current social background so as to provide new thoughts and theoretical support for Shaolin Kung fu movies in the future.The body part consists of three parts. Part one, The evolution of Shaolin Kung fu movies. Part two, The development tendency analysis. Part three, The discussion of development direction. So, we could perhaps draw two conclusions.The First Chapter: The historical perspectives of Shaolin Kung fu movies.1. In the early 20 th century, Kung fu movies formed an unique artistic model and a stable market based on the Chinese traditional culture. At the same time, it was also beneficial to the development of Shaolin Kung fu movies.2. The first wave came in the 1970 s, many filmmakers devoted themselves to movies, such as Zhang Che, Liu Jialiang, Liu Jiahui. Some of the best examples of their work included "Disciples of the 36 th Chamber" and "Peturn to the 36 th Chamber".3. The second wave came in the 1980 s, The most typical movies at that time was named "Shaolin". However, after the fifth-generation directors came on the scene, Shaolin Kung fu movies met a tough time. At the same time, with the rise of the entertainment movies, Shaolin kungfu movies gradually went into the downturn.4. The third wave came in the middle of 1990 s. The most typical examples was the series movie named ‘Wong Feihung’ witch was produced by the collaboration between the mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The great accomplishments stimulated all the filmmakers from the mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan to find more opportunities for cooperation.5. Coming into the 21 century. In the Age of Globalization, Chinese movie was also changed. Chinese movies began to connect with the international market. Chinese movies stared to walk on the road of film industrialization. The series movies about Shaolin kungfu became more and more popular because of its irreplaceability of the glamour of Buddhism and Kung fu cultural.The Second Chapter: The Future Development Of Shaolin Kung fu movies.1. Using image technology and 3D technology to make Shaolin Kung fu movies.2. Filmmakers should make animate movies with Shaolin characteristic in 3D animation technology to meet the demands of audiences.3. During the movie creation, we should add some materials with profound historical and cultural heritage like temples and mountains. So that the movie can be easily to gain recognition from the audience all over the world.4. As for market operation of the Shaolin Kung fu movies, we should take attention to the development of derivative products so that we can make sure the economic benefit maximization.5. According to the requirement of social development, The establishment of talented personnel training system is also very necessary.