An Analysis on the Movie A Grandson from America in the Perspective of Barriers to Intercultural Communication
Chen Zexian

Guangxi Normal University, Guilin Guangxi, 541006;

Abstract：This paper examines the film A Grandson from America through the lens of intercultural communication barriers, including power distance, stereotype, long-term versus short-term orientation, and indulgence. By analyzing specific interactions and scenarios in the movie, this study aims to illustrate how these barriers manifest and affect relationships between characters from different cultural backgrounds. The research combines qualitative content analysis with Hofstede’s dimensions of cultural variability as theoretical foundations so as to reveal how such barriers hinder mutual understanding and propose strategies for overcoming them. This study contributes to the broader discourse on intercultural competence by providing insights into cultural conflicts and reconciliation.

Keywords: intercultural communication; Sino-US cultural barriers ; Hofstede’s dimensions of cultural variability

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