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Subtitling Saudi Arabic slang into English: the case of "The Book of the Sun" on Netflix
S. Ali, H. Al-jabri, et al.
This study delves into the challenges of translating Saudi Arabic slang expressions in the Netflix film 'The Book of the Sun'. Conducted by Sukayna Ali, Hanan Al-Jabri, Amer AL-Adwan, and Wan Rose Eliza Abdul Rahman, it reveals that while the subtitling strategies are diverse, they ultimately fall short in capturing the full essence of the original slang. Discover the intricate dynamics of language and culture through this analysis.
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