JURNAL BASIS

FROM MANGA LITERATURE TO LIVE-ACTION FILM/TV: MACKENYU'S CROSS-CULTURAL ODYSSEY IN GLOBAL CINEMA

2024-05-18T06:15:12+00:00

This research examines the career of Japanese-American actor Mackenyu Arata, particularly his roles in live-action adaptations of manga and anime, to understand his influence on cross-cultural narrative integration in cinema. The study focuses on Mackenyu's portrayal of leading and important supporting characters in several high-profile adaptations, including Netflix's One Piece, where he plays Zoro, and others such as Chihayafuru, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Rurouni Kenshin, and Fullmetal Alchemist. Employing qualitative analysis, this paper investigates how Mackenyu strategically navigates away from the shadow of his father, legendary actor Sonny Chiba, to forge an independent identity and career. Data was collected through reviews, audience reception studies, and box office performance, and analyzed to assess thematic consistency and cultural impact across different markets. Experts in film adaptation theory, such as Linda Hutcheon, and resources like The Routledge Companion to World Cinema provided theoretical frameworks for analyzing how narratives are adapted for global audiences and the role of actors in these adaptations. The findings reveal that Mackenyu's choices are not merely artistic but are also deliberate efforts to blend Eastern and Western cinematic traditions, enhancing his appeal as a global actor. His roles often reflect a profound engagement with his bicultural heritage, challenging the notion that he is only a "second-generation star." These roles resonate with global audiences and contribute to the ongoing discourse on cultural integration in film. The study concludes that Mackenyu is a key figure in the realm of live-action adaptations, with a unique ability to transcend cultural and cinematic boundaries.

MORPHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF COMPOUNDING IN THE NOVEL THE BURNING MAZE: THE TRIALS OF APOLLO BY RICK RIORDAN

2024-05-16T02:51:27+00:00

This research concerned a morphological analysis of compounding within The Burning Maze: The Trials of Apollo by Rick Riordan. This study morphologically described the importance of language in conveying deep emotion and thematic richness. This descriptive qualitative linguistic research employed the observation and auto-expert judgment methods for the data collection and morphological note-taking techniques for the data analysis. The results revealed patterns of word combinations that contributed to the linguistic richness and depth of the themes. The discussion interpreted these findings in the context of the novel’s storytelling, providing further understanding of the role of morphology in character development and plot complexity. The results showed that compounding in The Burning Maze: The Trials of Apollo by Rick Riordan had a combination of elements with the form of the Noun (N) + Verb (V); Noun (N) + Noun (N); Verb (V) + Verb (V); Adjective (Adj) + Noun (N); Verb (V) + Noun (N); Adverb (Adv) + Noun (N); Noun (N) + Adverb (Adv); Adjective (Adj) + Verb (V); Adjective (Adj) + Adjective (Adj); Adverb (Adv) + Adjective (Adj); Verb (V) + Adverb (Adv); Noun (N) + Adjective(Adj); Verb (V) + Adjective (Adj). Besides revealing linguistic nuances in literary works, this research has strived to deepen our understanding of the intricate layers within literature, showcasing how the careful selection of words enhanced the reader’s immersive journey into the literary landscape.

ILLOCUTIONARY ACTS IN BARRACK OBAMA’S ELECTION VICTORY SPEECH 2008

2024-06-28T03:46:22+00:00

This study uses a qualitative research approach to examine the illocutionary acts in Barack Obama's 2008 victory speech. The study's data, which focuses on the connection between theory and research, comprises spoken and written words. The researchers employ an observational strategy and note-taking technique to collect data from the speech. The data analysis uses an identification procedure that involves watching and listening to the video and audio to pinpoint the different illocutionary acts that Obama has used. Based on Searle's theory, the researchers categorize the transcriptions and find 21 illocutionary acts, such as directive, commissive, declarative, expressive, and representative. These results demonstrate that Obama's speech contained two directive acts, two commissive acts, five representative acts, six expressive acts, and six declarative acts. This study adds to our knowledge of how theories are revived through qualitative research and offers insightful information on the dynamics of illocutionary acts in speech. The findings provide additional insight into Obama's communication tactics and his rhetorical devices in his victory address. Subsequent investigations in this field may examine the influence and efficacy of illocutionary actions in political dialogue.

EXPLORING POLITENESS STRATEGIES IN ‘A WALK TO REMEMBER’ MOVIE: A SOCIOLINGUISTIC APPROACH

2024-07-10T08:26:05+00:00

The primary objective of this research is to determine the many types of politeness tactics and the prevalent ones in the film "A Walk to Remember". This analysis aims to explore how language variation, social factors, and politeness strategies are represented through the interactions of the main characters, Jamie Sullivan and Landon Carter. Politeness tactics are used to maintain social peace and reduce communication disputes. This study uses Brown and Levinson's (1987) approach to identify several types of politeness techniques. The characters' conversation from the film "A Walk to Remember" was utilized to collect the data. The data for this study were gathered by non-participant observation and note-taking approaches. The data for this investigation were examined using a classified approach. The film screenplay had 4 examples of positive politeness, 4 instances of negative politeness, 4 instances of off-record techniques, and 4 instances of bald-on-record strategies.

THE MORAL DIMENSION REFLECTED IN THE SONGS TOMORROW AND WHALIEN 52 BY BTS

2024-07-22T08:21:07+00:00

Music is an important component of human existence. It has the power to change the listener's mood and evoke emotions. This is a reflection of human love for the beauty of rhythm. To fully appreciate the beauty of music, the lyrics and rhythm must be in harmony with the listener's emotions. This research analyzes the moral meaning of BTS's "Tomorrow & Whalen 52". The approach of data collection adopted is observation, while the technique utilized involves listening and recording the outcomes of the analysis. In analyzing the data, data was taken from lyric quotes in the songs. The aim of this study was to explore the ethical implications of a particular song, and the researcher used qualitative methods for data collection. The data obtained will be analyzed using Charles Sanders Peirce's semiotic theory. Some of the moral messages the writer found in the songs "Tomorrow" and "Whalien 52", include the importance of perseverance, self-love, and self-disclosure with others. In writing this article, the writer hopes to achieve theoretical, academic, and practical significance for the writer and readers in at least three ways: personally, academically (literature), and practically (people in general). Personally, this article can provide insight from a literary perspective, especially regarding the meaning of morals, which we hope will be useful for other people.

REFLECTION OF ALCOHOLISM IN THE LYRICS “CHANDELIER” BY SIA

2024-07-22T08:33:06+00:00

This research aims to determine the author's psychology in creating a literary work through a psychoanalytic perspective. The creation of a lyric cannot be separated from its author. Sia Kate Isobelle Furler and Jesse Shatkin wrote the lyrics to the song entitled Chandelier. This research was conducted to find out how the psychological role of the author influences the literary work created by the author. The psychological theory that is very dominant in the analysis of literary works is Freud’s theory, where this theory differentiates personality into three types, namely Id, Ego, and Super Ego. Data collection uses documentation techniques from primary data sources, namely the lyrics of the song “Chandelier” and secondary data sources in the form of books, research journals, and articles which relevant. This research uses qualitative descriptive methods to conduct an analysis, using library research methods and content analysis methods to collect and analyze the data used. The research results show that the lyrics she created reflect the psychological state of the author. Represented through several sentences and characters built into the lyrics, which consist of 3 aspects of the Id, 3 aspects of the ego, and 1 aspect of the superego. This results in the conclusion that the psychological condition of the writer, Furler, who is a former alcoholic, can influence the creation of the lyrics of the song Chandelier where alcohol acts as an escape from the pain she felt, this is in line with Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic theory.

EVALUATING TIN CASE CORRUPTION POTRAYAL IN THE JAKARTA POST: APPRAISAL FRAMEWORK

2024-08-20T01:43:04+00:00

The appraisal framework serves as the methodology to evaluate language in news articles, revealing journalists' and news media outlets’ nuanced expressions of attitudes, emotions, and engagement in their reporting. This study embarks on an exploration of the appraisal framework within a selection of four news articles from The Jakarta Post, each addressing the pervasive issue of tin case corruption, resulting in a staggering loss of 271 trillion Rupiah for Indonesia. This study employs a qualitative descriptive design, utilizing Martin and White's (2005) appraisal analysis framework within Systemic Functional Linguistics. The appraisal theory is applied to examine the news outlet's language in reporting on corruption cases. The findings suggest a predominant utilization of heterogloss (30%) and judgement (25%) which indicates a multifaceted approach characterized by the incorporation of diverse viewpoints and critical evaluations towards the corruption unfolding in the tin case. Notably, monogloss (17.5%) and graduation (17.5%) also feature prominently, reflecting a balanced discourse that encompasses both singular perspectives and nuanced expressions of intensity. Additionally, the usage of appreciation (5%) and focus (5%) is comparatively minimal, suggesting a lesser emphasis on acknowledging positive actions or delineating specific aspects within the coverage. This research illuminates the relationship between journalistic language and public perceptions of corruption, highlighting the need for critical evaluation of media coverage to promote informed discourse and enhance anti-corruption efforts.

SOCIAL IDENTITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON YOZO OBA’S ALIENATION IN “NO LONGER HUMAN”

2024-09-04T06:15:35+00:00

This research is conducted to understand social identity development and its impacts on alienation experienced by Yozo Oba, the main character in Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human (1958). This study applies the Social Identity Theory (SIT) by Trepte & Loy (2017) and Fromm’s theory of alienation (in Nadhiroh, 2015) to analyze how Yozo’s experiences influence his social identity development and how it affects his actions throughout his life. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach and a close-reading method to collect and analyze the data. The primary data is the English translation of the novel by Donald Keene (1958), and secondary data is collected from journals, articles, and books related to SIT and the theory of alienation. The analysis of Yozo Oba using the principles of Social Categorization, Social Identity, and Self-Esteem from SIT, and the concept of alienation from oneself, alienation from others, and alienation from society shows that Yozo Oba developed a dissatisfying social identity which affected his experience and behaviors, and led him to feel alienation from himself, others, and the society.

RESILIENCE AND LIBERATION: ANALYZING WOMEN'S RESISTANCE IN NO FOURTH RIVER THROUGH THE LENS OF LIBERAL FEMINISM

2024-09-02T07:28:11+00:00

This study is aimed at analyzing the gender issues presented in a literary work by Christine Clayfield. This study explores the manifestations and impacts of women's resistance in the novel No Fourth River through the lens of liberal feminism, primarily drawing on Naomi Wolf's concept of power feminism. The analysis is centered on the main character, Christine, and her relentless struggle against patriarchal oppression. Critical forms of resistance, including desire, courage, independence, firmness, and hard work, are identified and explored in detail. Christine's journey reveals how these attributes enable her to confront and overcome systemic injustices. The findings underscore the importance of resilience and agency in women's liberation, empowering us to understand that these are the keys to significant personal and social changes, such as increased self-confidence, elevated social status, financial independence, and the fulfillment of love. This study contributes to the broader discourse on gender equality in literary studies, offering valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for women's rights and empowerment. By contextualizing Christine's resistance within the framework of liberal feminism, the research motivates us to continue the fight for gender equality, empowering us with the knowledge of the keys to personal and social changes.

POSITIVE POLITENESS IN TMGW PODCAST

2024-09-30T08:22:51+00:00

This study aims to analyze the types and the factors of using positive politeness strategies in the podcast video. The writer used Brown and Levinson's (1987) theory with qualitative methods in analyzing the data. The data source was taken from a podcast video by Grace Helbig and Mamrie Hart on a YouTube channel. The results of this study show that there are 10 various types of positive politeness strategies such as 6 notice attend to hearer, 4 Intensify interest to H, 2 seek agreement, 1 avoid disagreement, 3 presuppose/ raise/assert command ground, 10 include both S and H in the activity, 1 give or ask reason, 1 give gift to H, 1 Joke to put the hearer at ease, and 1 Assert or presuppose Ss knowledge of and concern for H’s wants. On the other hand, the factors found in the analysis are 16 social distance and 14 Payoff. Based on the results of analyzing the data, the most frequently used in the conversation is to Include both S and H in the activity. It appears 10 times in the conversation. Furthermore, their utterances also are influenced by some factors such as payoff and social distance. From 30 utterances, the writer found social distance is the factor that often occurs in the podcast which appears 16 times.

THE INFLUENCE OF E-BOOK AND PRINT BOOK READERS IN READING ENGLISH CLASSIC NOVELS

2024-07-01T03:59:05+00:00

This study aims to investigate how technology influences the reading experience of English classic novels, specifically by comparing e-book and print book readers. Through online surveys and controlled experiments involving distinct participant groups, both quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed. The research aims to provide insights into differences in reading experiences based on the literary format. Surveys gather quantitative data on participants’ reading habits, preferences, and perceptions of e-books and print books. In contrast, the controlled experiments focus on qualitative aspects, observing participant engagement, comprehension, and emotional responses while reading classic novels in either format. By examining participant responses and behaviors, the study elucidates how technological advancements affect readers’ engagement with literary texts traditionally consumed in print. The primary objective is to offer new perspectives on the influence of technological mediums on our interaction with literary works. The research aim to shed light on the evolving landscape of reading practices in the digital age, providing valuable insights pertinent to educators, publishers, and readers seeking to understand the implications of technology on literature consumption and appreciation.

TRANSLATION STRATEGIES OF IDIOMATIC EXPRESSIONS IN "AN ABUNDANCE OF KATHERINES"

2024-06-27T03:57:24+00:00

This study aims at investigating the translation strategies and the equivalence of idiomatic expressions in the "An Abundance of Katherines". The study employs a descriptive qualitative approach. The data source of the study was gathered from the novel "An Abundance of Katherines" and its translation. The data were collected randomly from the source text (ST) and target text (TT). The collected data were analyzed qualitatively based on idiomatic translation strategies, for instance paraphrasing the idiomatic expressions that maintain similar meanings through dissimilar styles or forms as the most frequently strategy employed by the translator. The results of this study indicate that the idiom translation strategy applied by the translator uses the idiom translation strategy with paraphrasing. This seems to be based on the idea that the translator tends to preserve the equivalence in meaning between the source and target languages, for example idioms are translated into non-idioms, idioms with idioms, etc. This research concludes that the translator seems to apply her own strategies by paraphrasing the source text idioms more often into non-idioms in the target text in order to obtain equivalence in meaning and culture. In general, the strategies of translation carried out by the translator can be categorized as acceptance translation and equivalence in terms of meaning and culture. Therefore, this study suggests for translators who wish to translate idioms from English into Indonesian should not be restricted on one theory of translation, but must be more flexible by considering the contextual and cultural factors.