Metaphor, A Journal of English Literature, Cultural Studies, Linguistics, English Teaching, and Gender Studies, published twice a year (March and September) for academicians include lecturers, teachers, students and researchers, is issued by Department of English Literature, Universitas Sains Al-Qur'an. It presents scientific articles of the study of English literature, cultural studies, linguistics, English teaching and gender studies. The submission of articles should be in English for the consideration of publication.
Faculty of Language and Literature, Universitas Sains Al-Qur'an
The Effectiveness of Multimodal Text to Enhance Attention Span in Students’ Reading Performance in SMK Andalusia Wonosobo
The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of multimodal texts in enhancing students' attention span in reading performance. This study involves 32 students at SMK Andalusia Wonosobo. This research uses a quantitative method with an experimental research design and data collection techniques in the form of tests, documentation, and hypothesis testing. The results of this research show that the experimental group achieved more effective learning outcomes, as well as showing a contrasting difference with the control class. The T-test result was 0.039. The hypothesis was accepted because T-test was less than 0.05. Moreover, the coefficient of determination value of 0.502 (50.2%) can indicate that multimodal text is sufficiently effective in enhancing students' attention span during reading performance.
reading, attention span, multimodal text
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Capitalism and Social Mobility Presented in Paul King’s Wonka (2023)
This research aims to analyze: 1) the representation of capitalism in Paul King’s Wonka (2023), and 2) the capitalism leads to social mobility in Paul King’s Wonka (2023).This research uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the film of Wonka (2023) directed by Paul King as the object of research. The data collection methods include watching, reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The researcher utilizes Karl Marx theory of Capitalism to analyze the data through the steps of displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The result of this research shows that: 1) the representation of capitalism in in Paul King’s Wonka (2023) including capitalism is shown through the practice of exploitation, class inequality, and monopoly by the upper class that controls the means of production, 2) the capitalism leads to social mobility in Wonka (2023). Including collective resistance to an oppressive system. The protagonist and his colleagues managed to improve their social position not because the capitalist system provided opportunities, but because of their class consciousness and collective struggle against injustice.
Wonka, capitalism, class inequality, monopoly, exploitation, social mobility.
Analysis of Anorexia Nervosa Reflected in Marti Noxon’s To The Bone (2017)
This study aims to analyze: (1) Anorexia Nervosa symptoms reflected in Marti Noxon’s To the Bone (2017), (2) the mental condition of the main character who suffers from Anorexia Nervosa in Marti Noxon’s To the Bone (2017). The study uses a qualitative method to analyze the film entitled To the Bone, directed by Marti Noxon, as the objective research. The collecting data of the research method includes watching, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The analyzing data of the research method involves displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The researcher analyzes the data by using Sigmund Freud's theory of Personality. The result of the study: (1) the representation of Anorexia Nervosa’s symptoms in Marti Noxon’s To the Bone (2017), including id-driven symptoms in Ellen, ego and defensive mechanism, and superego and moral pressure, (2) the mental condition of the main character who suffers from Anorexia Nervosa, including internal conflict between id, ego, and superego, identity crisis, and possibility of recovery.
anorexia nervosa, theory of personality, To the Bone
Psychological Condition in Facing Existential Crisis Reflected in Gulch’s Song Lyrics
Understanding how music conveys complex psychological experiences requires both literary and semiotic interpretation. This thesis analyzes the existential crisis reflected in the lyrics of the band Gulch, particularly from their albums Burning Desire to Draw Last Breath and Impenetrable Cerebral Fortress. The analysis applies Roland Barthes’ theory of denotation and connotation to explore how literal (denotative) and symbolic (connotative) meanings in the lyrics reflect deep psychological turmoil and existential anxiety. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The primary data consist of selected song lyrics by Gulch, and the theory of two orders of signification by Roland Barthes is used to decode the embedded meanings within the texts. This study also considers the emotional states and existential conflicts expressed through the lyrical characters. The findings reveal that Gulch’s song lyrics convey profound psychological conditions such as alienation, suicidal ideation, inner conflict, and loss of meaning. Through Barthes’ semiotic lens, these lyrics serve as metaphors for existential suffering and the modern individual’s struggle to find identity and purpose amidst chaos. The violent and surreal imagery, while intense, becomes a literary medium through which existential crises are expressed and interpreted.
existential crisis, psychological condition, denotation and connotation, Gulch
Derivational and Inflectional Morphological Processes in the Song Lyrics of Niki’s Buzz Album
This study explores the morphological processes found in the song lyrics of NIKI’s Buzz album. The research focuses on two primary aspects of morphology, including derivation and inflection. As the problem statement, this study aims to examine how these processes are applied in the song lyrics and what functions they serve in shaping meaning and expression. The study is grounded in the theoretical framework proposed by Aronoff and Fudeman, particularly their classification of derivational and inflectional morphology. The researcher used qualitative method to examine the problem. The findings reveal that the album features a variety of morphological processes. Derivational processes identified include affixation, compounding, zero-derivation, blending, and clipping. No data involving acronyms or back-formation were found. For inflectional processes, the lyrics contain affixation, suppletion, and apophony. No instances of reduplication were found in the data. Derivation morphology in the lyrics serves to change lexical categories, alter meanings, and form words with clearer semantic value. Meanwhile, inflectional morphology is used to indicate number, person, case, tense, and aspect, all without altering the base word’s class or core meaning.
morphological processes, derivation, inflection, Buzz album, NIKI
Improving Students’ Reading Ability by Using Detailed Reading at SMK Wiratama 45.2 Wonosobo
This study aims to improve the reading skills of Class XI APH 1 students at SMK Wiratama 45.2 Wonosobo by applying the Detailed Reading technique. Initial observations revealed that students struggled to understand English texts, had limited vocabulary, and lacked motivation to learn due to monotonous teaching methods. To address these issues, the researcher employed the Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach in two cycles, each comprising planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data collection instruments included pre- and post-tests, observations, interviews, and documentation. The results showed significant improvement in students' reading ability after implementing the Detailed Reading technique. The average pre-test score of 57.86 increased to 64.82 in the first post-test cycle and increased again in the second. The Detailed Reading technique was effective in helping students understand text content more deeply, enrich vocabulary, and increase interest in and active participation in English learning. This study concludes that using the Detailed Reading technique can significantly improve students' reading ability and is an effective strategy for teaching English at the vocational high school level.
reading ability, detailed reading, teaching reading
The Socio-Economic Struggles of the Main Character in The Wish Dragon (2021) by Chris Applehans
This research aims to analyze: 1) the "Wish Dragon" movie has certain social aspects of class differences, and 2) the main character's socio-economic struggles in the “Wish Dragon” movie. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the movie of Wish Dragon (2021) directed by Chris Appelhans as the object of research. The data collection methods include watching, reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The researcher utilizes Karl Marx’s theory of Marxism to analyze the data through the steps of displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The result of this research shows that:1) the "Wish Dragon" movie has certain social aspects of class differences is reflected through the depiction of class inequality, discrimination, and limited access to opportunities for the lower class, especially through the character of Din who experiences marginalization based on his social status; 2) the main character's socio-economic struggles in the “Wish Dragon”, where the gap between the rich and the poor determines social treatment, personal relationships, and life opportunities. The film also highlights themes such as prejudice, social stratification, and the pursuit of equality through hard work and sincerity, emphasizing the importance of inner values over social class.
socio-economic struggle, social class, Marxism, discrimination, class inequality, social stratification.
The Effect of English Songs on Fifth Grade Students’ Motivation in Vocabulary Mastery at MI MA’ARIF SURENGEDE KERTEK
Vocabulary mastery plays a vital role in supporting students' language skills, especially in English learning at the elementary school level. However, many students still struggle with memorizing and understanding English vocabulary due to monotonous and conventional teaching methods. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of using English songs as a teaching medium to improve students’ vocabulary mastery and learning motivation. It employed a quasi-experimental design with a Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design involving all fifth-grade students of MI Ma’arif Surengede Kertek in the academic year 2024/2025, using total sampling technique. The experimental class was taught using several English songs by DJ Raphi, such as Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes, Move It, Superstar, and If You're Happy and You Know it, while the control class was taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through vocabulary tests and observation sheets, then analyzed using SPSS Statistics 25 covering validity, reliability, normality, homogeneity, paired sample t-test, and independent sample t-test. The analysis results showed a significant improvement in the experimental group’s post-test scores compared to both their pre-test scores and the control group’s scores, confirming that the use of English songs effectively enhances students’ vocabulary mastery and learning motivation, with statistical tests.
Vocabulary Mastery, Students Motivation, English Songs as media, Experimental Research, SPSS Statistic
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Self-Transformation of Cheryl Strayed Reflected in Wild (2014) Directed by Jean-Marc Vallée (2014)
This study aims to analyze: (1) how traumatic experiences become the trigger for Cheryl Strayed’s journey in Wild (2014), and (2) how her self-transformation is reflected in the film, using Abraham Maslow’s theory of human needs. This research applies a descriptive qualitative method with the film Wild (2014) as the primary data source. Data were collected through observation, transcription of dialogues, classification of scenes, and interpretation based on psychological theory. The analysis reveals that Cheryl's personal traumas such as the death of her mother, drug use, and a failed marriage become the main motivations for her solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail. Throughout the film, Cheryl gradually fulfills Maslow’s five levels of human needs, from physiological needs to self-actualization. The findings conclude that Wild is a narrative not only of physical survival but also of psychological healing and identity reconstruction.
Wild, Self-transformation, Trauma, Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Cheryl Strayed
Marriage and Class Struggle Reflected in “Tulip Fever” (2017) Film by Justin Chadwick
This study aims to analyze: (1) the representation of social class reflected in Tulip Fever (2017), and (2) the marriage of Sophia in Tulip Fever (2017) portrayed as a reflection of class struggle. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the film Tulip Fever, directed by Justin Chadwick, as the object of research. The data collection technique includes watching, transcribing, identifying, classifying, and selecting scenes and dialogues related to social class and marriage. The data analysis involves displaying, interpreting, and relating findings to Marxist literary criticism. The theory is used to understand how power, ideology, and class structure influence character interactions. The result of the study show that: (1) social class is clearly represented through characters, spaces, and power dynamics, such as the contrast between the bourgeoisie (Cornelis) and working-class characters (Maria, Willem); and (2) Sophia’s marriage is portrayed not as an emotional choice but as an economic strategy shaped by class oppression. Her failed attempt to rebel reflects the limited autonomy of lower-class women under a capitalist structure.
Marriage, Class Struggle, Marxist Criticism, Tulip Fever, Social Class.
The Analysis of Figurative Language in Taylor Swift’s Lover Album
This thesis explores the types and functions of figurative language in the Lover album on the Spotify platform. Figurative language is a style of language that is not conveyed directly, but rather through beautiful and meaningful ways to reinforce the message and convey feelings more emotionally. The study identifies various types of figurative language, including similes, metaphors, personification, symbolism, metonymy, apostrophe, and others. These are used not only to enrich the poetic quality of the lyrics but also to deliver deeper meanings. The functions of figurative language are observed to create vivid imagery, to make abstract ideas more concrete, to emphasize important ideas, and to add emotional intensity. The study concludes that Taylor Swift uses figurative language to convey complex feelings and themes of life that many people can relate to in beautiful songs.
Figurative language, Spotify, Linguistics, Lover, Taylor Swift
Feminist and Women Empowerment in Nyad (2023): A Feminist Analysis of Diana Nyad’s Struggle
This study discusses feminist values and the representation of women’s empowerment in the film Nyad (2023). The film is based on the true story of Diana Nyad, a woman who attempts to fulfill her lifelong dream of swimming from Cuba to Florida at the age of 60. This research aims to find out how feminist values are represented in the film and how women’s empowerment is shown through the main character. The theory used in this research is Simone de Beauvoir’s feminist theory, especially the idea that women are often seen as “the Other.” This study applies a descriptive qualitative method, with the main data taken from dialogues in the film. The data were collected by watching, identifying, classifying, and analyzing scenes related to feminist values and acts of empowerment. The results show six feminist values in the film, namely equality, resistance, agency, solidarity, empowerment, and self-determination. The film also shows how Diana fights against age limitations, public doubt, and social pressure. The film delivers a message that women deserve to be heard, respected, and given equal opportunities in life.
Nyad, Feminism, Simone De Beauvoir’s Theory
The Use of Sarcasm as a Satirical Tool in The Dictator: A Pragmatic Analysis (2012)
This study analyzes the use of sarcasm as a satirical tool in the film “The Dictator” (2012) starring Sacha Baron Cohen. This study aims to identify the types of sarcasm used in the film and how the audience responds to the sarcasm. The research method used is qualitative analysis using pragmatic and semantic theories to understand how sarcasm is used as an effective satirical tool. The results of the study indicate that there are four types of sarcasm used in the film, namely lexical sarcasm, “like”-prefixed sarcasm, illocutionary sarcasm, and propositional sarcasm. The audience’s response to the sarcasm varies, including off-record politeness responses, confrontational responses, and ignoring sarcasm. This study shows that sarcasm can be used as an effective satirical tool to criticize power and dominant ideologies in society in a humorous and ironic way. Thus, this study can contribute to the understanding of the role of sarcasm in communication and social criticism.
Sarcasm; Satritical Tool; Pragmatic Analysis
The Effectiveness of Audio-Lingual Method by Using Wordup Application to Increase Student’s Vocabulary for Eleven Grade of MA Al-Fatah Gondang
This study aims to improve students’ vocabulary through the use of audio-lingual method by using WordUp application at MA Al-Fatah Gondang in the eleventh grade. The data were collected using a mixed-method approach, including interviews and tests. This study uses an intact-group comparison design where the researcher divides the eleventh grade into two groups, namely the experimental group and the control group. In its application, the experimental group uses the audio-lingual method by using WordUp application while the control group uses other methods and is carried out in one cycle, namely pre-test, treatment, post-test. The results of the study show that the use of the audio-lingual method by using WordUp application can improve students’ vocabulary because this method successfully motivates students to continue learning vocabulary. The audio feature makes students aware that their pronunciation is still lacking and the example sentences in each word help students’ motivation and confidence to continue learning vocabulary. The students’ vocabulary has increased, as shown by test scores from pre-test to post-test. Therefore, the audio-lingual method by using WordUp application are considered effective in improving students’ vocabulary and fostering motivation to learn English.
audio-lingual method, WordUp application, Students’ Vocabulary
The Power of Connection: Understanding Kitty Pong’s Social Ambitions in Kevin Kwan’s China Rich Girlfriend (2015)
This study is aimed to analyze : 1) the motivations influencing Kitty Pong to becoming a social climber in China Rich Girlfriend (2015), 2) how the power of connection in China Rich Girlfriend (2015) can be used to gain high social status. This research uses a qualitative method to analyze the novel China Rich Girlfriend (2015) written by Kevin Kwan as the object of study. The data collection methods include reading, identifying, and selecting. The researcher utilizes A. H. Maslow’s theory of the hierarchy of needs, Pierre Bourdieu’s theory of social capital, and John Storey’s theory of consumption to analyze the data through steps of classifying, analyzing, and interpreting. The result of this research shows that the motivations influencing Kitty Pong to becoming a social climber in China Rich Girlfriend (2015) including want to acquire high status, recognized by influential people, accepted by the society, and acquire power. The power of connection in China Rich Girlfriend (2015) that Kitty Pong can use to gain high social status including economic, cultural, and social capital, also cultural fields, and habitus. The impacts of a social climber in China Rich Girlfriend (2015) including impacts in economic, psychological, and social life.
social climbers, consumerism, social capital
The Efectivenessof using the Monopoly Game with Integrating Hots to Improve Students’ Writing at Tenth Grade of SMK ANDALUSIA Wonosobo
One of the English language skills that must be mastered is writing. It serves as a tool to transfer ideas in written form. In cognitive ability, writing activities fall into the level of creation, which is one of the levels of HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills). The objective of this research is to determine whether there is an improvement in writing skills and an increase in HOTS among students using Monopoly games. The method used in this research is the quantitative method. This study focuses on a pre-experimental design with two groups for pre-test and post-test. Data are collected through questionnaires, tests, and documentation. The results of the research indicate that using Monopoly games significantly enhances writing skills among students. The subjects in this study consist of 42 students from class X AKL 1 and X PPLG 1, who undergo pre-test, treatment, and post-test. The test results are analyzed using the Paired Sample T-test in SPSS 27. The findings reveal that the average score of the pre-test was 52.7, while the post-test score was 77.4. These figures indicate that the post-test score is higher than the pre-test score, suggesting that the use of Monopoly games has a substantial impact on students' writing skills. It can be concluded that the Monopoly Game media can be used to enhance the writing skills of students in English learning for class X students of SMK Andalusia Wonosobo.
Improving English Vocabulary in Fifth Grade Through Cooperative Learning with switch Games: A Case Study at MI GUPPI SUMBERWULAN
Vocabulary mastery is crucial for effective communication and understanding in English. In Indonesia, the Merdeka Curriculum promotes student-centered learning and emphasizes creativity and collaboration. However, many students find English challenging and struggle with vocabulary retention. To address this, a motivating approach is needed, such as Cooperative Learning using the Switch Game method. This method fosters group collaboration among students of varying abilities, enhancing interaction and making vocabulary learning enjoyable. The study aims to investigate the Implementation of this approach in improving elementary students' vocabulary mastery and recommendations for educators in designing effective learning strategies. The aim of this research is to explore the implementation of a cooperative learning method using the Switch Game to enrich vocabulary in English learning at the elementary school level. The study will involve various group activities with students of different abilities, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. Utilizing a quantitative pre-experimental design with pretest and posttest, the sample consists of 12 Student of fifth-grade students at MI GUPPI Sumberwulan,Selomerto. Data will be collected through vocabulary tests conducted before and after the cooperative learning implementation. The teacher's role will be to motivate and provide learning media. Students will participate in the Switch Game within a cooperative environment, making learning enjoyable. The expected outcome is an enrichment of vocabulary and increased motivation and interest in learning through interactive games, encouraging the development of student-centered and collaborative learning methods that enhance student outcomes.
implementation,cooperative learning, enrich, switch game, collaborate, knowledge, increase, interactive, encouradge
A Psychoanalysis on the Main Character in Franz Kafka “Metamorphosis” (1915)
The purpose of the thesis is to find out the Id, Ego, and Superego of the main characters, that is, Gregor Samsa, the traveling salesman who transforms into a giant insect, and Metamorphosis, written by Franz Kafka and published in 1915. The method used in this study is descriptive-qualitative. The technique of collecting data is reading the novel repeatedly and underlying the necessary lines and quotations in the novella. The result shows that there are 24 quotations, which consist of 9 quotations of Id, 6 quotations of Ego, 7 quotations of Superego, and 2 most prominent reflections on Kafka’s personal life.
Types of Speech Acts Spoken by Livi Redden on Video “What Nobody Tells You About Your Twenties” (2023) on Youtube
This study is aimed to find out (1) types of speech acts and (2) the function of types of speech acts spoken by Livi Redden on video "What Nobody Tells You About Your Twenties” (2018) on YouTube. The method used in this research is qualitative approach. The research reveals the intricate ways in which speech acts contribute to the effectiveness of Redden's communication and engagement with her audience. The object of this study is Livi Redden and the subject of this study is Livi Redden’s utterance. In collecting data, the techniques applied by the researcher are watching video, downloading transcript, picking, categorizing, and phrasing the data. To analyze the data, the researcher uses John R. Searle’s theory of speech act. It is done through some steps as displaying, explaining, and intrepreting. The findings provide insights into the performative aspects of online discourse, highlighting the role of speech acts in shaping viewers' understanding and responses.The result of this research shows that: first, the types of speech acts in the video which spoken by Livi Redden exists in this study. Those are; assertive, expressive, commissive, directive, declarative. Second, the functions of the types of speech acts according to Livi Redden’s utterance, those are; commanding, refusal, espressing feelings, blaming, predicting, claiming.
Speech Acts, Pragmatic, Study, Linguistic
Racism Against Korean-American Adoptee in Blue Bayou Movie (2021)
The purpose of this study is to examine Blue Bayou (2021), an American drama film written and directed by Justin Chon. The issues that need to be addressed are (1) how racism against Korean-American adoptees is portrayed in the movie, and (2) how society's response to racial differences is shown in Blue Bayou (2021). The purpose of this research study is to assess the film Blue Bayou (2021) through the use of a descriptive qualitative method. The study method's data collection steps include reading and watching, recognizing, categorizing, and choosing. using data collecting, data reduction, data display, and conclusion to analyze the research method's data. Data analysis techniques used by the researcher include exhibiting, explaining, and interpreting. The study's findings were as follows: (1) Racism can take many different forms, such as individual, systemic, and colorism. (2) The way that society responds to people of different races includes pity, empathy, ignorance, and punishing those who practice racism.
The Gentrification Towards Afro-American Urban Cowboy Reflected in Ricky Staub’s Concrete Cowboy (2020) Movie
This study aims to analyze the gentrification that eliminates the urban cowboy community reflected in Ricky Staub's Concrete Cowboy (2020) and the impacts of gentrification on the urban cowboy community reflected in Ricky Staub's Concrete Cowboy (2020). The study employs a descriptive-qualitative approach to scrutinize Ricky Staub's Concrete Cowboy (2020) as its primary research objective. The research method's data analysis includes watching, reading, identifying, classifying, simplifying, and selecting. The research method involves displaying, explaining, and interpreting the data. The researcher analyzes the data using Gentrification Studies by Rowland Atkinson. The results of this research have shown that there is a process of elimination of the black urban cowboy community through gentrification with developers entering the Fletcher Street Stables area in Ricky Staub's Concrete Cowboy (2020). The impact of gentrification on urban cowboy communities can also be seen in Ricky Staub's Concrete Cowboy (2020), including four data on displacement and eviction, four data on community conflict and crime, four data on racial segregation, and one data on homelessness.
Gentrification, Urban, Black Cowboy, Concrete Cowboy
The Use of Matching Game for Teaching Conditional Sentence in Eleventh Graders of SMK Takhassus Al-Qur’an Wonosobo
The aim of this research was to know whether Matching Game gives the impact or not in teaching conditional sentence at SMK Takhassus Al-Qur’an Wonosobo. The method used was classroom action research (CAR) by using qualitative and quantitative approach. The researcher used pre-cycle, cycle I and cycle II to find the data. T-test was used to analyze it. Having analyzed the data, the researcher revealed that the student’s understanding in cycle II was higher than pre-cycle and cycle I. There was positive impact in teaching conditional sentence using Matching Game at SMK Takhassus Al-Qur’an Wonosobo. The T-test result was 10.8 and T-table in degree of freedom 33 at the significant 0.05 was 2.034. The hypothesis was accepted because T-test was higher than T-table. It means that Matching Game is effective for teaching conditional sentence.
Matching Game, Conditional Sentences, Card
Psychological Trauma of Alice Hart as the Main Character in Glendyn Ivin’s The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023)
This research aims to analyze: 1) the traumatic experiences affect Alice Hart’s psychological condition in the film The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023), and 2) the psychological reconciliation the character of Alice Hart in the film The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023). This research uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the film of The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023) directed by Glendyn Ivin as the objective research. The data collection methods include watching, reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The researcher utilized Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalysis to analyze the data through steps of displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The result of this research shows that: 1) the traumatic experiences affect Alice Hart’s psychological condition are traumatic memory, traumatic reaction of grief, panic attack as a reaction to Alice’s trauma, Alice’s anger, and Alice’s emotional reaction, 2) the psychological reconciliation the character of Alice Hart in film The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart (2023) are group support, art therapy, nature therapy.
psychological trauma, reconciliation, The Los Flowers of Alice Hart
American Dream as Revealed Through the Character of Matthew in the Movie of Fatherhood (2021)
This study is aimed to analyze : (1) The concept of the American Dream reflected in the character Matthew in the Fatherhood (2021) , (2) The social and economi factors influence the journey of Matthew character in achieving the vision of the American Dream in the Fatherhood (2021) film. The study uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the film entitled Fatherhood (2021) directed by Paul Weitz as the objective research. The collecting data of the research method includes watching and reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The analyzing data of the research method by using displaying, explaining, selecting, and interpreting. The researcher analyzes the data by using theory of popular culture of American Dream. The result of the study : (1) The concept of the American Dream reflected in the character Matthew in the Fatherhood film such as hard work and resilience, family and community support, providing the best education for the childern, happiness and family unity, and courage in facing challenges; (2) The social and economi factors influence the journey of Matthew character in achieving the vision of the American Dream in the Fatherhood film include family and friends support, social stigma, community role, employment status and income, access to education and training.
Comparative Literature Study of Little Women Movie in American Version and Korean Version
This research aims to analyze : (1) the temperament of the characters in the American and Korean versions of the film Little Women, (2) the comparison of human temperaments in the American and Korean versions of the film Little Women. The study uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the objective of the research, which is Little Women (2019) American movie directed by Greta Gerwig, and Little Women (2022) Korean drama directed by Kim Hee Won. The researcher analyzes the data by using a Comparative Literature Study with the Human Temperament theory by Immanuel Kant. The result of the study : (1) the characters’ temperament of soul presented in the Little Women (2019) movie and Little Women (2022) Korean drama is Choleric Temperament in characters Jo March and Oh In-Kyung, Phlegmatic Temperament in the character Meg March and Oh In-Hye, Melancholic Temperament in character Beth March and Oh In-Joo, and Sanguinis Temperament in character Amy March; (2) the comparison of the characters’ temperament of the Korean drama Little Women (2022) is inversely proportional to the characters’ temperament of the film Little Women (2019). This is mainly due to the very different backgrounds in both. The film Little Women (2019) is set in the 1980s, whereas the Korean drama Little Women (2022) is set in the present age. With such different socio-cultural conditions, the depiction of the human temperament in the scenes is very different.
American women, South Korean women, temperament human
The Representation of Monarchism and Rebellion: Power Struggles Depicted in The King (2019) Movie
This study attempts to examine how the 2019 David Michod film "The King" depicts revolt and the monarchical order. The film tells the tale of Prince Hal, who succeeds his father, King Henry IV, as King Henry V. Hal had to deal with a number of difficulties as a young monarch, such as disagreements with disobedient noblemen. Qualitative approaches are the primary tool used in this study. The 2019 film "The King" serves as the primary source of data. The process of gathering data involved reading, observing, recognizing, categorizing, and choosing pertinent information. As part of the data analysis process, the data were presented, clarified, and interpreted using conflict theory. According to the findings, the film portrays the monarchical system of medieval Europe, in which the king, who holds the throne for successive generations, possesses ultimate power. The film also depicts insurrection brought on by dissatisfaction with the king's choices. In addition, the movie looks at how unrest could be sparked by instability and discontent inside the royal circle.
monarchy, rebellion, power struggle, The King (2019)
Representation of Character in Edgar Allan Poe’s Works and Biographical Dissimilarities in Scott Cooper’s The Pale Blue Eye (2022) Film
This study is aim to analyze: (1) the representation of characters in Edgar Allan Poe’s works in The Pale Blue Eye (2022) film, and (2) the similarities and dissimilarities between the biography and the character of Edgar Allan Poe in The Pale Blue Eye (2022) film. The study uses a descriptive qualitative method to analyze the film entitled The Pale Blue Eye directed by Scott Cooper as the objective research. The collecting data of the research method includes watching, reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The researcher analyzes the data by using Linda Hutcheon’s theory of Adaptation and Transformation. It is done through some steps as displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The result of this research shows that: (1) the representation of some of Edgar Allan Poe’s works in The Pale Blue Eye includes “The Premature Burial,” “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Pit and The Pendulum,” “Lenore,” “The Gold-Bug,” and “Landor’s Cottage.” These works serve as crucial elements in establishing the main characters, including Augustus Landor, Edgar Allan Poe, and Lea Marquis, contributing to the portrayal of their personalities, motivations, and relationships; (2) there are similarities between the character depicted in the film and the real life Poe, such as an interest in poetry, French language skills, training at the West Point Military Academy, and alcohol preference and there are also differences, such as involvement in murder investigation, military discipline, financial problems, family relationships, and literary recognition.
The Pale Blue Eye, representation, adaptation, transformation
Chinese Immigrant Parenting Style and Its Effect on the Main Character’s Psychological Condition Reflected in Turning Red (2022)
This study is aimed to analyze : (1) Chinese immigrant parenting style in U.S.A towards main character’s psychological condition reflected in Turning Red (2022), (2) the effect of parenting style on the main character’s emotion and behavior is presented in Turning Red (2022). The study uses descriptive qualitative method to analyzed the film entitled Turning Red (2022) directed by Domee Shi as the objective research. The collecting data of the research method includes watching and reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. The analyzing data of the research method by used exposing, explaining, and interpreting. The researcher analyzes the data by uses psychology of literature and parenting style approach in doing the process of the research. The result of the study: the parenting style of Chinese immigrant in U.S.A element within this research. They are firstly, psychological condition which belongs to main character is dominate with the id. It means that the id, ego, and superego are not balanced. Secondly, the effect of parenting style clearly describe on the main character which are convey their emotions in the wrong way, are not good at making decisions, lack self-confidence, and often compare themselves with other people.
psychological condition, parenting style, psycology of literature
Truth, Lies, and Morality in the Character of Charles Cullen as Reflected in Good Nurse (2022)
This study is aimed to analyse: 1. The deconstruction concept of Truth of healthcare This study is aimed to analyse: 1. To explain the deconstruction concept of Truth as reflected in The Good Nurse (2022), 2. To explain The deconstruction concept of Lies as reflected in The Good Nurse (2022),3. To explain The deconstruction concept of Morality as reflected in The Good Nurse (2022). The researcher used a qualitative method to examine the problem. The object of this research is the character of Charles Cullen in the movie The Good Nurse (2022). The data used in this study were collected by the researcher through several steps, namely watching and reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. In order to answer the problem formulation and draw conclusions from this research, the data that has been selected is then analyzed by the researcher through several steps, namely displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The approaches and theories that researchers use to analyze the problem are deconstruction theory and the concept of Truth, the concept of Lies, and the concept of Morality. The results of this study show that (1) deconstruction. truth reveals that Charles Cullen, despite appearing to be a good and professional nurse, is actually a serial killer. (2) The deconstruction of lies in this movie reveals how lies can be personal and institutional. (3) The deconstruction of morality in The Good Nurse (2022) reveals the complex moral conflicts in the world of healthcare, questioning our view of right and wrong in the healthcare profession.
deconstruction, truth, lies, morality, The Good Nurse, healthcare and Jacques Derrida.
The White Tiger (2021): Lower Caste Identity and Character Development
This study is aimed to analyse: (1) the portrayal of lower caste people in India in The White Tiger (2021) movie, and (2) the psychological transformation of the protagonist presented in The White Tiger (2021) movie. The researcher uses the qualitative method to examine the problem. The object of this study is movie The White Tiiger (2021). The data used in this study is collected by the researcher through some steps, namely watching and reading, identifying, classifying, and selecting. In order to answer the problem statement and draw a conclusion from this study, the selected data is analyzed by the researcher through some steps, namely displaying, explaining, and interpreting. The approach and theory that the researcher uses to analyze the problem is sociology of literature and psychology of literature. The result of this study shows that (1) the portrayal of lower caste as portrayed by the lower caste characters of The White Tiger (2021) movie are depicted through various occurences including poor living condition, unfair treatment and bound by traditions (2) the personality change of the protagonist makes him change from a loyal servant to a disloyal servant.
sociology of literature, psychology of literature, The White Tiger