Subtitles serve as a cultural mediator, especially when dealing with the show's dual settings. According to research on subtitle perception , viewers with higher English proficiency often rely less on subtitles, but for general audiences, the translation must capture the "vibe" of the dialogue.
: Subtitles often struggle with modern American slang, sometimes choosing safer, more formal Croatian words that may feel slightly "out of sync" with the gritty visuals. Visual and Technical Constraints
Beyond the words themselves, Croatian subtitles for The Peripheral must follow strict technical standards to ensure readability during the episode's fast-paced action sequences.
