Weihong Bao

About the Author

Weihong Bao is a distinguished scholar and author specializing in Chinese cinema and media history. She holds a faculty position at the University of California, Berkeley, where she teaches courses on film theory, visual culture, and East Asian studies. Bao's research explores the intersections of affect, technology, and national identity in early modern China, drawing on archival sources to illuminate the cultural dynamics of the Republican era. Her seminal work, Fiery Cinema: The Emergence of an Affective Medium in China, 1915–1945 (A Quadrant Book), has been widely acclaimed for its innovative approach to understanding cinema's role in shaping emotional and political landscapes. Through her writing, Bao bridges film studies with broader humanities discourses, offering fresh perspectives on global media histories.