English Language, Linguistics, Literature, And Education Journal

INTRINSIC ELEMENT TRANSFORMATION FAIRY TALE INTO FILM: ECRANIZATION OF SNOW WHITE FAIRY TALE (1812) INTO SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN FILM (2012)

2025-12-12T23:53:32+00:00

This study explores the transformation of the Snow White fairy tale (1812) by the Brothers Grimm into the film Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) through the lens of ecranization. The research focuses on how intrinsic elements—such as theme, plot, characters, setting, and moral values—are adapted to suit cinematic conventions and contemporary cultural values. Using a qualitative descriptive method and a comparative literature approach, the analysis applies Eneste’s theory of ecranization to identify elements of reduction, addition, and variation in the adaptation process. The findings reveal significant changes, including Snow White’s reimagining as a strong female leader and the addition of new characters and political themes. The film departs from the original’s moral simplicity to embrace more complex messages of resistance, leadership, and justice. This study concludes that adaptation serves not only as a medium shift but also as a reinterpretation shaped by modern audiences expectations

SELF-DISOCVERY AND RECONCILIATION IN THE NOVEL BELOVED BY TONI MORRISON

2025-12-12T23:53:18+00:00

The objective of this research is to analyze the process of self-discovery and reconciliation experienced by the main character in the novel Beloved by Toni Morrison. This study aims to: (1) identify the types of identity found in the main character, (2) explore the interrelated processes of self-discovery, and (3) describe the aspects of reconciliation reflected in the novel. This research applies Erik Erikson’s identity theory, Charles Taylor’s self-discovery theory, and John Paul Lederach’s reconciliation theory. The method used is qualitative research with a descriptive approach, and the data were collected through documentation of character narratives and dialogues in the novel. The findings show that: (1) the most dominant type of identity is identity conflict, (2) the process of self-discovery involves four main elements acceptance of the past, the role of social relationships, awareness of autonomy, and symbolic influences, and (3) reconciliation includes past trauma, confrontation with the past, and recognition and acceptance. The result indicates that Beloved presents a deep psychological journey of identity formation and emotional healing through self-discovery and reconciliation.

Resistance Against Patriarchy In The Poor Things Film by Yorgos Lanthimos

2025-12-12T23:53:04+00:00

Patriarchy is a social system that places men as dominant and women as subordinate, both in the private and public spheres. This research aims to analyze the forms and effects of patriarchy, and resistance toward patriarchy in Yorgos Lanthimos' film Poor Things. The approach used is a feminism approach with a qualitative descriptive method. This research used Sylvia Walby's theory (1991) to describe the forms of patriarchy and explain the effects of patriarchy. The researcher explained resistance to patriarchy used Simone De Beauvoir's theory (2014). The results of the research show that 1) there are two forms of patriarchy namely private patriarchy and public patriarchy. 2) There are four effects of patriarchy: gender equality, oppression of women, marginalization, and unequal decision making 3) There are three ways to resist patriarchy done by main female character: becoming economically independent, joining and involving social community, and improving the quality of education. The portrayed life of women under control in this film becomes a form of criticism against male dominance, particularly within the household. Through the representation of the patriarchal system, this film is expected to raise public awareness of gender inequality issues that still frequently occur around us.

The Process of Self Acceptance as Portrayed in The Substance Film (2024) by Coralie Fargeat

2025-12-12T23:52:51+00:00

Self-acceptance is the ability to acknowledge and embrace both strengths and weaknesses without self-judgment. This study analyzes the process and effects of self-acceptance portrayed in Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance using a literary psychology approach with a qualitative descriptive method. The analysis applies Kübler-Ross’s (1973) five stages of grief to explain the self-acceptance process of the main character and Najwa Zebian’s (2016) concept to examine its effects. Data were collected through documentation of film dialogues representing self-acceptance. The findings show that the process follows the stages of denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. The effects are reflected in internal peace and happiness, improved mental health, career, and relations. The film emphasizes the importance of authenticity and critiques social pressures and beauty standards that compel individuals, especially women, to sacrifice their true selves to meet idealized appearances, encouraging the courage to remain authentic despite societal demands.

The Impact of Colonialism to Pandora Society in James Cameron’s Film Avatar The Way of Water 2022

2025-12-12T23:52:38+00:00

This research aims to analyze the causes and impacts of colonialism on the Pandora society in James Cameron's film Avatar: The Way of Water. The study employs a literary sociology approach with a qualitative descriptive method, allowing the researcher to explore the relationship between social structures and the film's narrative. The main theoretical frameworks used include Miftakhuddin’s theory of colonialism and Ziltener & Künzler’s framework on the impacts of colonialism. Data were collected through documentation techniques and analyzed based on categories of colonial causes (economic, political, socio-cultural, and technological) and their impacts (political, economic, socio-cultural, and environmental). The findings reveal that colonialism in the film is depicted through natural resource exploitation, military domination over local political structures, cultural erosion and identity loss among indigenous communities, and the use of advanced technology as a tool of domination. The film symbolically reflects real-world colonial dynamics and offers a critique of the exploitative practices and erasure of local identities by imperialist powers