Double Movement, Chaotic Era: Asian Century Fiction and Film.

The article explores the representation of the "Asian Century" in contemporary fiction and film, particularly through the lens of shifting political and economic dynamics. It discusses Giovanni Arrighi's framework of long cycles of systemic accumulation, highlighting the unique characteristics of the current U.S. terminal crisis, which lacks a clear successor hegemon. Contributions from various authors analyze how works like William Gibson's *Neuromancer*, Chaitanya Tamhane's *The Disciple*, and Park Chan-wook's *The Handmaiden* reflect the complexities of modernity and tradition, as well as the interplay between cultural forms and capitalist structures. The article emphasizes the allegorical dimensions of these narratives, revealing how they engage with historical contexts and contemporary anxieties surrounding globalization and national identity. [Extracted from the article]