Proceedings of National English Undergraduate Student Conference (NEUSCO)

A Pragmatic Study of Directive Speech Acts Used by Characters in War for the Planet of the Apes Movie Script

2025-12-26T00:04:23+00:00

This study aims to examine the use of directive speech acts in the movie script “War for the Planet of the Apes”, analyze their frequency, and identify the contextual factors that influence the speakers’ use of these acts. Using a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach, this study has found 57 data containing directive speech acts to be categorized into seven different types based on Searle (1979), including command, suggestion, request, invitation, begging, forbidding, and warning. The type of directive speech act that appears the most is command (49.1%), which shows that the script of “War for the Planet of the Apes" is very thick with military style and authority. The least frequent type is forbidding (3.5%), reflecting that this movie script focuses more on positive directives than negative ones. This research contributes to pragmatic studies by showing that directive speech acts play a significant role in creating screenplays and offer scriptwriters insight into how to create inviting narratives through linguistic strategies.

Tracing The Main Characters’ Wounds and Healing in Love from A to Z

2025-12-26T00:04:23+00:00

This study explores the psychological conflicts of the main character,
Zayneb, in S.K. Ali’s Love from A to Z (2019) and how her relationship
with Adam acts as a healing mechanism. Through a descriptive
qualitative analysis supported by psychoanalytic concepts, the study
attempts to analyze the psychological and traumatic experiences and
the emotional weaknesses of the characters. Zayneb's psychological
pain primarily results from her experience of discrimination and for
Adam, it’s his experience of illness; however, the source of emotional
healing and acceptance for both of them is the love they share. The
novel indicates that love, apart from the romantic trope, acts as a
means of emotional restoration and therapeutic change. This study
highlights the healing power of emotional bonds and encourages the
novel's contribution to discussions around self-healing and identity in
young adult fiction in contemporary literature.

Speech Act Analysis of ENGENE’s Hate Comments toward TREASURE on @pradawonki’s X Account

2025-12-26T00:04:23+00:00

This study aims to analyze the illocutionary speech acts and type of hate speech in the comments section of @pradawonki X's account, which has sparked a fan war between ENGENE and TEUME, leading to the trending hashtag #ENGENE_Criminal. The comments contained offensive, demeaning, and harassing intent by ENGENE toward the K-pop group TREASURE. This research is motivated by the increasing conflict between fandoms in the digital space, which often manifests in verbal aggression. This research employed Searle's (1979) theory of illocutionary speech acts to categorize the comments into five types: assertive, directive, commissive, expressive, and declarative. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach. The results of this research indicate that assertive speech acts are the most dominant. These findings demonstrate how hate speech has become part of the symbolic practice, as hateful comments are often constructed to sound rational or reasoned, masking aggression behind seemingly neutral expressions of fandom dynamics.

Sam's Trauma in Jim Sheridan’s film Brothers (2009)

2025-12-26T00:04:23+00:00

This study examines the representation of psychological trauma in Jim Sheridan’s film Brothers (2009) through the framework of psychoanalytic theory. Centered on the character of Sam Cahill, a U.S. Marine who returns from Afghanistan exhibiting symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the film offers a compelling narrative of psychic fragmentation, relational rupture, and the struggle for reintegration. The objective of this paper is to analyze how trauma is constructed and mediated cinematically, and how psychoanalytic concepts—such as repetition compulsion (Freud, 2024), repression, disavowal, and unconscious guilt—illuminate the psychological depth of the characters and their interpersonal dynamics.

Methodologically, the study employs a close reading of narrative structure, character development, and visual symbolism, supported by Freudian and Lacanian psychoanalytic frameworks (Forsyth, 2024). The analysis reveals that trauma in Brothers is not only portrayed through explicit behavioral symptoms, but also embedded in the film’s mise-en-scène, temporal disruptions, and relational tensions. The findings suggest that the film functions as a cinematic container for traumatic memory (Bion, 2023), inviting viewers into a shared affective experience that mirrors the disorientation and fragmentation of the traumatized subject (Caruth, 2022).

The study concludes that Brothers contributes to trauma discourse by dramatizing the psychic cost of war and the fragile process of healing. Its implications extend to film studies, trauma theory, and psychoanalytic criticism, offering a model for interdisciplinary engagement with cinematic texts.

Discourse Analysis of Symbolism in Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick

2025-12-26T00:04:24+00:00

This study explores the symbolism of the Whale, the Pequod, and the Sea in Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick (1851) using discourse analysis. The research aims to reveal how these symbols are represented and how their meanings shift across different contexts in the novel. Employing a qualitative approach, the study examines how language, ideology, and perspective shape symbolic interpretation. The findings show that Melville’s symbols are not fixed but fluid, reflecting the dynamic interaction between human belief, power, and nature. The Whale embodies humanity’s struggle with the unknown, the Pequod mirrors social and ideological structures, and the Sea represents both the vastness of nature and the limits of human understanding. Through discourse analysis, this study concludes that Melville constructs meaning as a process of negotiation rather than a static allegory. The results contribute to literary studies by demonstrating how discourse shapes symbolic meaning, offering new insight into how language and ideology influence interpretation in classic literature.

The Cycle of Oliver Quick’s New Equilibrium in Saltburn: A Todorov’s Narratology

2025-12-26T00:04:24+00:00

This research aims to study the narrative of Oliver Quick in the movie Saltburn (2023) utilizing the theory of Structuralism, focusing on its narratology. Class inequality and the illusion of social mobility shaped Oliver Quick’s, a middle-class man, narratives into deception to seize Catton’s fortune, including their mansion in Saltburn, and examined how Oliver Quick’s achieve his new luxurious life. To understand this study further, there is one research question arise from this research, that is, how does the narrative build around Oliver Quick help him to reach his goal? The theory of narratology by Todorov (1971) where a narrative being constructs into five stage of repeated cycle and how they functions will be utilized for this research, as it is suited for the researcher to analyze closely and it focuses on the narrative deeply. Qualitative textual analysis will be used to analyze the film’s narrative and characters in order to find the data. As a result, this research studies Oliver’s narrative through narratology theory showing how the narrative was utilized to build a new equilibrium cycle.

An Analysis of Politeness Strategies Used by the Main Character in Military Environment

2025-12-26T00:04:24+00:00

This study analyzed the types of politeness strategies based on Brown and Levinson's (1988) theory used by the main character, Ender Wiggin. The researcher interprets and identifies utterances containing politeness to find out how these strategies can be used in a military environment with high authority using qualitative descriptive methods. The results of this study indicate that there are four types of politeness strategies such as bald on record, positive politeness, negative politeness, and off record used by Ender Wiggin in the film. The bald on record strategy appears most dominantly, depicting clear and firm communication in a military environment. Positive and negative politeness strategies are used to maintain harmony between characters so they can work together, foster empathy and to show respect for the highest authority, especially when Ender develops his leadership skills. Meanwhile, off record strategies appear less frequently but can reflect the emotional state of the characters in the film indirectly. Overall, this study in analyzing politeness strategies can show that these strategies not only function as linguistic tools, but can also be used to develop leadership character, respect, power relations, and communication in leadership.

Exploring Love and Islamic Value Between Ali And Amirah In She Wore Red Trainers

2025-12-26T00:04:25+00:00

This study examines the representation of teenage love from an Islamic perspective through the novel She Wore Red Trainers by Na'ima B. Robert. The analysis focuses on the tension in the relationship between Ali and Amirah, which is examined using New Criticism Theory within the framework of Islamic values. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the researcher analyzes the dialogue, plot, and characters' thoughts through in-depth reading and data grouping. The findings show that love in this novel is not only emotional but also spiritual, reflecting affection based on faith, self-control, and respect. The commitment that is built develops into a form of moral responsibility and devotion. This novel emphasizes that love in Islam is a process towards spiritual maturity and self-discovery, not just a romantic relationship.

Exploring Swear Words in IshowSpeed’s “Bad Parenting”: A Sociolinguistic Study

2025-12-26T00:04:25+00:00

The use of language in the digital age is increasingly diverse, reflecting the social, emotional, and cultural aspects of its speakers. In the context of social media and entertainment platforms such as YouTube, the use of swear words is often an expressive strategy that attracts the attention of viewers. The study entitled “Exploring Swear Words in IshowSpeed’s 'Bad Parenting': A Sociolinguistic Study” aims to identify the types and functions of swear words used by the content creator in one of his contents. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method and Jay's (2009) theory, which classifies swear words based on their type and function. The data was taken from a video transcript of one of Speed's content titled “Speed plays Bad Parenting *SCARY GAME*”. The results of this study show that Speed often uses swear words as a form of emotional expression, humor, and social interaction with his audience. Based on these findings, it appears that the swear words used by Speed not only serve as an outlet for emotion but also as a characteristic communication strategy in building social interaction with the audience in online game video content.

The Unfolding of Kenan’s Character in Zoulfa Katouh’s As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow

2025-12-26T00:04:25+00:00

Set in Homs during the Syrian revolution by a Canadian author of young adult fiction, Zoulfa Katouh. As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow is a novel that introduces Kenan Al-Sayed, the main male character, who decided to stay in Syria despite facing struggles. In the state of war, he tries to take real action by documenting the Syrian war on video and sharing it online. His attitude was part of his fight to create a free country from the military. Furthermore, Kenan also appears to be a protective figure for his siblings and Salama, his wife. Therefore, the analysis aims to determine how Kenan is portrayed through his characterization and as a representative Syrian character. Applying Edgar V. Roberts' theory, this study examines Kenan’s character through four aspects: his actions, words, thoughts, and perception. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this research closely reads the novel to collect relevant data. Ultimately, the analysis found that Kenan's characterization is loving and optimistic. Additionally, his portrayal as a Syrian is shown to be brave and idealistic. The researcher concludes that these characterizations help him overcome difficulties, protect others, and strengthen his hope for life in the novel.

Adjectives as Representation of SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu in Koreaboo Articles

2025-12-26T00:04:26+00:00

This study examines how adjectives are used to shape the public image of Mingyu from the group SEVENTEEN in online entertainment news. Using a corpus-based approach and mixed methods, this study combines quantitative frequency analysis and qualitative semantic
interpretation. A total of 70 articles from Koreaboo published between 2022 and early 2025 were collected and analyzed using Justext and LancsBox. The ten adjectives with the highest frequency were identified using Leech's (1981) Semantic Theory, with positive, negative, and neutral classifications. The results show that adjectives such as viral, handsome, new, first, and recent play an important role in building Mingyu's image as a popular, attractive, and relevant
figure, while adjectives such as live, particular, and Seventeen function in relational and structural contexts. Overall, this study confirms that the choice of language in Koreaboo articles is not only descriptive but also actively shapes the idol's persona through evaluative language,
which can enrich our understanding of how digital media discourse depicts idol culture globally.

International Media Discourse Constructing the Controversy in Indonesia VS Bahrain Football Match: Critical Discourse Analysis

2026-01-03T09:56:49+00:00

This research aims to investigate the information from international media reports about Indonesia vs Bahrain football match on 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. The second goal by Mohamed Marhoon, the player of Bahrain’s national team, caused a problem that was investigated by both Indonesian netizens and PSSI. This controversial goal has spread even discussed in European countries’ football communities. The researcher applied descriptive qualitative method to explain the words that media used to reports the news. The data were collected by reading the news and find some data with the tool called LancsBox. After that, the data were classified into word and word cluster, then combined them to identify the textual analysis, discursive practice, and social practice based on critical discourse analysis theory by Norman Fairclough (1996). In the end of the study, we can conclude that the researcher found the word such as controversial (42 tokens), stoppage time (14 instances), injury time (19 instances), etc. The researcher also explained the word cluster “stoppage time” and “injury time” refers to the referees who conducted this match and the word “controversial” refers to the referee who has suspected of performing the act of unfairness on his duties, which indicates that he was on the side of Bahrain team. From this research, the researcher hopes that the readers are able to discover and understand the meaning behind the word choice used and reported by the international media.

The Impact of 9/11 on Changez's Life in Mohsin Hamid's The Reluctant Fundamentalist

2025-12-26T00:04:26+00:00

This study explores the impact of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the protagonist Changez in Mohsin Hamid’s The Reluctant Fundamentalist. Using a qualitative thematic approach, the research examines how 9/11 becomes a turning point that triggers Changez’s identity crisis, cultural alienation, and eventual self-redefinition. The analysis draws upon postcolonial theory to reveal how Hamid critiques Western power structures and the persistence of colonial attitudes in the post-9/11 world. Changez’s internal conflict—between admiration for Western modernity and loyalty to his Pakistani and Muslim identity—illustrates the tension of the postcolonial subject negotiating belonging in a polarized global society. The novel also reflects the rise of Islamophobia, which reduces Muslim identity to stereotypes and fosters fear and exclusion. Through Changez’s transformation from an ambitious professional to a socially conscious critic of Western imperialism, Hamid presents a counter-narrative to Western representations of terrorism and Muslim identity. This study concludes that The Reluctant Fundamentalist captures the profound psychological, cultural, and political consequences of 9/11, revealing how global events can fracture identity and redefine one’s sense of belonging in an age of fear and misunderstanding.

Denotative and Connotative Meanings in the Song Lyrics of Cardigan by Taylor Swift

2025-12-26T00:04:27+00:00

This study aims to reveal the denotative and connotative meanings in the song Cardigan by Taylor Swift. This research focuses on the literal meaning and additional meanings conveyed by the songwriter through the use of figurative language in the lyrics. The researcher used a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques in the form of identification and interpretation of lyrics containing figurative meanings. The researchers used a semantic approach to analyze the denotative and connotative meaning in Taylor Swift’s song “Cardigan.” The result of the study shows 25 data, with 12 lyrics containing denotative and 13 lyrics containing connotative meanings. Denotative meanings are found in the lyrics “when you are young, they assume you know nothing,” “but I knew you,” and “dancin' in your levis.” Meanwhile, connotative meanings are found in the lyrics “high heels on cobblestones,” “old cardigan under someone's bed,” and “you drew stars around my scars” to describe the sadness, pain, and process of self-maturation experienced by the main character after going through a complicated romantic relationship. Connotative meaning help give deeper meaning and convey the main message of the song. The conclusion of this study is that the semantic analysis of the denotative and connotative meanings in the song Cardigan by Taylor Swift helps to reveal the hidden meanings behind the poetic language used in the song’s lyrics.

The Search for Self-Identity in Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary

2025-12-26T00:04:27+00:00

This study investigates the protagonist's search for identity in Andy Weir's novel “Project Hail Mary” and how Ryland Grace's confrontation with isolation, purpose, and moral responsibility reflects existential philosophies such as those of Jean-Paul Sartre, Albert Camus, and Simone de Beauvoir. This study identifies key moments in self-discovery and decision-making that serve as representations of existential freedom and authenticity. Grace's journey from despair to the creation of meaning in the vastness of space reflects humanity's struggle to define existence amid uncertainty. The results show that the protagonist's identity is reconstructed through choice, sacrifice, and acceptance of absurdity. Ryland Grace’s journey mirrors the human condition described by Sartre and Camus: he awakens in a meaningless universe, constructs identity through deliberate choice, and transcends despair through compassion and moral action. This represents how humans face meaninglessness with courage and logic. This study contributes to the literary conversation about the intersection of science fiction and existential humanism by emphasizing how speculative narratives continue to explore philosophical questions about the nature of existence, purpose, and identity.

A Phonemic Perspective on Accent Variation: American, British, and Australian English in Reverse: 1999

2025-12-30T06:27:52+00:00

This study examines how American, British, and Australian English accents are phonemically realized in the voice-acted dialogue of Reverse: 1999, aiming to show how regional accent features are reproduced in digital performance and how they contribute to character identity and narrative authenticity. Employing a qualitative descriptive design grounded in established phonemic frameworks by Crystal (2008), Roach (2020), and Wells (1982), the analysis samples selected in-game voice lines and transcribes each character’s speech in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) for comparison with canonical phonological descriptions. Findings indicate clear regional distinctions: American accents are marked by rhoticity, vowel fronting, and monophthongization; British varieties display non-rhoticity and lengthened back vowels; and Australian speech shows fronted /ʉː/, raised /æ/, and centering diphthongs. These results demonstrate that performed speech in video games can encode phonemic variation faithfully, thereby extending theories of accent perception into applied media contexts and supplying ecologically valid evidence of phonemic authenticity. The study bridges experimental phonetics and media representation and shows that accent realism can be evaluated through systematic linguistic analysis. Noted limitations include a narrow dataset and the absence of instrumental measurement, which future research could address through larger samples, acoustic analysis, and perceptual validation to strengthen claims about how audiences recognize and respond to accentual cues in interactive media.

Interpreting Cartoon Characters as Signs in the Lyrics of Livingston’s Fairytale: A Peircean Approach

2025-12-30T06:33:56+00:00

This study examines the representation of cartoon characters in Livingston’s song Fairytale through the lens of Charles Sanders Peirce’s Triadic Model of Signs, highlighting how these characters convey the tension between childhood expectations and the realities of adult life. The analysis focuses on the roles of cartoon characters as representamen, object, and interpretant within Peirce’s semiotic theory. The data for this study were obtained from the lyrics of Fairytale and analyzed through qualitative descriptive method. The findings reveal that cartoon characters function as metaphoric symbols that express the song’s deeper reflection on growth. In conclusion, this study shows that the song effectively conveys the emotional tension between childhood and adulthood, and it is hoped that these findings will inspire further analyses of Fairytale from different fields of study.

Exploring Language Styles Through Main Characters in The Animated Film Rebellious

2025-12-30T06:41:32+00:00

This study explains the use of language styles in the animated film Rebellious: Mission Royal Rescue (2024) directed by Alex Tsitsilin and produced by Magic Frame Pictures. Rebellious is a comedy, adventure, and romantic animated film released in 2024. It uses Janet Martin Joos' theory, namely intimate, casual, consultative, formal, and frozen. The purpose of this study is to systematically identify and classify language styles based on Janet Martin Joos' theory, analyze the frequency of occurrence to determine which type is most dominant, and show the use of language style variations in various social and emotional situations between characters. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data in the form of character dialogues in the film. This study shows that the main characters in Rebellious: Mission Royal Rescue use three of the five language styles according to Martin Joos' theory, namely consultative, casual, and intimate. The casual style is the most dominant, with 30 dialogues between the main characters and supporting characters. The consultative style also appears with 16 data, often used in situations involving the rescue of the kidnapped princess. Whereas the intimate style appears 4 times in emotional conversations between main characters who have a close relationship.

Women Empowerment Depicted in the Novel Afterlives by Abdulrazak Gurnah

2026-01-02T00:44:31+00:00

Afterlives is a historical fiction novel by Abdulrazak Gurnah. This novel also delivers how the people in Tanzania live during the circumstances of war that is ongoing under German colonization. This study focuses especially with how women cope up during those difficult time and how they live under the gender stereotypes of what they should do and should not do, with Afiya as the focus. This study aims to describe how Afiya lives as a woman with the gender stereotype during that era within the lens of feminism. With the women empowerment concept, Afiya acts on how she wants to and not let anyone’s opinion getting into her choices. The data is collected from the narrative story inside the novel. The researcher identified the data and further used the qualitative descriptive through the lens of feminism to analyze the data. With the concept of women empowerment, this study reveals that Afiya manages to get what she wants in education, social, and also psychological and breakthrough the gender stereotypes in Tanzania during that era.

The Use of Politeness for Manipulation in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Movie

2026-01-02T01:19:18+00:00

The aims of this study is to analyze the used of politeness strategies by the main character in the The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes movie, which released in 2023, that is Coriolanus Snow. This study shows that how politeness strategies are used to reflect manipulation and control in his interactions with other characters through his utterances. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach to get the explanation in depth. The data were collected from downloaded script that has 252 of Snow’s utterances, and then the researcher analyzed using Brown and Levinson’s (1987) politeness theory, that has four strategies such as bald on record, positive politeness, negative politeness, and off-record. The findings reveal that the most frequently used strategies are bald on record (132 utterances) and positive politeness (78 utterances), followed by negative politeness (27 utterances) and off-record (15 utterances). However, the two strategies used to manipulate other characters are bald-on-record and positive politeness. The analysis reveals that Snow
employs bald on record to assert hierarchy and dominance in critical situations. At the same time, positive politeness is manipulated to foster a false sense of intimacy and create emotional dependence.

Symbol of Game in Karuna Riazi’s The Gauntlet

2026-01-02T02:00:16+00:00

The Gauntlet by Karuna Riazi is a middle-grade novel that tells a story of a board game that lured children into their world and trapped them inside for the personal gain of the Architect of the game. Farah and her friends were determined to help her brother escape and go back into their world. In order to do so, they were forced to win several games that the Architect presented to them; otherwise, they would be imprisoned inside the game forever. By applying Charles Sanders Peirce’s semiotics theory, this study aims to reveal how the challenges Farah and her friends must face in the story work as a medium for the author to present ideas of control and liberation through the metaphor of a board game. This research is conducted through descriptive methodology, and the data is collected from the novel by finding relevant narratives and dialogues to explore how the game functions as a symbol for control and liberation.

The Functions of Expressive Acts on X Regarding Liam Payne’s Death

2026-01-03T09:55:56+00:00

This study aims to analyze the functions of expressive acts in picturing someone’s emotions on X platform (formerly Twitter) regarding Liam Payne’s death. The theory used in this research is Searle and Vandervaken’s (1985) about illocutionary acts specifically in expressive acts. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the researcher identified any kind of post on X platform, within a time span of one week, that contains about expressive acts related to Liam Payne’s death. Furthermore, there are six expressive acts found in this research namely apologize (to express regret), thank (to express gratitude), condole (to express sympathy), lament (to express hard expression of sorrow), protest (to show disagreement), and deplore (to condemn someone). Related to that, lament and condole are the most frequently used in expressing sadness and shock over the news of Liam’s death. These findings then show that expressive acts in the context of mourning on digital media not only serve as expressions of individual grief, but also as a way to create a sense of community among users. This sense of community is reflected in shared grief, empathy, and mutual support, both among fans who have lost their idol and among the wider social media user base who acknowledge the tragedy. Therefore, this study contributes to pragmatics by showing how expressive acts are used in social media, highlighting the role of language in facilitating emotional connections.

Politeness Strategies in Sadiq Khan’s May 2024 Victory Speech

2026-01-03T09:55:15+00:00

This research explores the use of politeness strategies in Sadiq Khan’s May 2024 victory speech, applying Brown and Levinson’s (1987) politeness theory as the analytical lens. Political speeches, especially post-election ones, are rich in pragmatic functions that serve to affirm legitimacy, express gratitude, and manage public perception. Using a descriptive-qualitative method, the study analyzes the speech transcript to identify utterances that reflect four main politeness strategies: Bald On-Record, Positive Politeness, Negative Politeness, and Off-Record. Sixteen utterances were classified and interpreted based on their pragmatic roles in mitigating face-threatening acts (FTAs), building solidarity, and asserting leadership. The findings show that Khan strategically balances directness and empathy, using politeness to navigate political tension and reinforce his image as an inclusive leader. For instance, expressions of gratitude and solidarity enhance audience rapport, while indirect criticisms and apologies soften confrontational elements. These linguistic choices reflect broader socio-political narratives, demonstrating how politeness functions as a persuasive tool in democratic discourse. This study contributes to the intersection of pragmatics and political communication by highlighting the nuanced role of politeness
in shaping leadership identity and public trust. It also opens avenues for future research on cross-cultural politeness strategies and comparative analysis across political contexts and genres.

Presupposition as an Interpretive Mechanism in the "Tangled” Movie

2026-01-03T10:17:28+00:00

This study investigates presupposition as an interpretive mechanism in the animated film Tangled, with a focus on how implied meaning contributes to character interaction and narrative progression. The research specifically examines how presuppositions contribute
to the interpretive depth of the story. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, emphasizing meaning construction within dialogue and context. The data were presented narratively to demonstrate how presuppositions operate in character utterances, while numerical counts were included to clarify the frequency and distribution of each presupposition type. The analysis identified 40 instances of presupposition: 18 existential, 1 factive, 1 non-factive, 5 lexical, 10 structural, and 5 counter-factual. Existential presuppositions appeared most frequently, suggesting that assumptions related to existence and possession play a central role in conveying shared knowledge and background information among characters. These findings indicate that presupposition is integral to guiding audience inference and enhancing narrative coherence. Overall, the study
demonstrates that presuppositions significantly contribute to implicit meaning-making in Tangled, reinforcing the film’s storytelling depth and interpretive richness.

Analysis Personal Conflicts in Shelina Zahra Janmohamed's "Love in A Headscarf"

2026-01-03T10:42:33+00:00

This study aims to unveil conflicts thath experienced by sheina in “ Love in a Headscarf” (2009), which narrates the author's challenging journey to find love as a South Asian Muslim woman in Western England. Shelina’s adherence to the traditional practice of arranged blind dates within a modern context critically exposes a dual this research employs the New Criticism theory. This formalistic approach emphasizes close reading of the text, focusing on literary devices, structure, and characterization to derive meaning solely from the work itself, independent of external historical or biographical context.The study aims to categorize and analyze the various conflicts Shelina experiences through her repeated failures in the blindates process.The results illuminate how the novel utilizes dialogue and character reactions to portray the complexity and often contradictory pressures faced by the modern Muslim woman navigating love across cultural boundaries.

A Deixis Analysis of Song Lyrics Entitled “This Town” by Niall Horan

2026-01-06T23:17:57+00:00

In this study, the researcher aims to analyze the use of deixis in one of Niall Horan's songs, This Town. This study used a qualitative descriptive method to analyze and classify the types of deixis and the meanings of deixis found in the lyrics of “This Town.” This study uses a qualitative descriptive method because the research data consists of words that will be analyzed by describing the data descriptively. In this study, the researchers used a pragmatic approach to identify the types and explain the meanings of the types of deixis. The results of the study are as follows: first, in the lyrics of “This Town,” there are a total of 58 deixis, consisting of 28 person deixis, 6 time deixis, 15 place deixis, and 9 discourse deixis. Second, how the deixis help build the message in the lyrics of “This Town” is not only a linguistic marker but also builds the emotional depth of the song.

Exploring Scriptwriter’s Intention of Maxim Flouting in “Barbie: A Fashion Fairy Tale” Movie

2026-01-07T00:02:02+00:00

This study aims to analyze the flouting maxim of the main character, Barbie, in the dialogue in the movie transcript of “Barbie: A Fashion Fairy Tale”, which is an animated movie released in 2010, while also discussing the purpose of the movie script writer in flouting maxims. The study is based on Grice’s (1975) theory of Cooperative Principle which consists of four conversational maxims, namely quantity, quality, relation, and manner. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method. The data in this study are selected dialogues from the transcript that contain flouting maxims in the movie. The researcher observed, transcribed, then analyzed the utterances based on the guidelines by Grice (1975). The findings show that the main character, Barbie, flouted all four types of maxims throughout the movie. These maxim floutings were intentionally written by the scriptwriter to build humor and narrative conflict that support the storyline. The use of indirect language, irony, and mild sarcasm functions as a communicative strategy to show the character’s personality and make the story more interesting, while still maintaining appropriateness for children and family audiences. Therefore, this study concludes that even children’s animated movies can be analyzed to understand how meanings and character expressions can also have a deep contexts that can be analyzed as pragmatic studies and can contribute to understande language use and implied meaning in cinematic discourse.

Toxic Relationship in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind And We Can’t Be Friends

2026-01-07T02:57:14+00:00

This study explores the representation of toxic love relationships that cause emotional distress and leave deep scars. This study chooses two cross-media works, the film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) and Ariana Grande’s song We Can’t be Friends (Wait for Your Love)(2024), because these two works explore the dynamics of toxic love relationships. This study focuses on how these two works represent the theme of toxic love relationships, comparing the similarities highlighted and how the differences in approach are used to construct the meaning of destructive relationships. This study uses narrative as an analytical framework to examine how the plot, symbols, and storytelling structure are constructed in both the film and the song to represent emotional conflict. The method used is qualitative and comparative analysis with a close reading approach to both works, allowing for the identification of prominent narrative elements. The results show that although the two works are different in form, both are able to emphasize the destructive side of toxic love from their respective perspectives. The film depicts toxic love with the ambiguity of a complicated and endless relationship, while the song depicts clarity and self- acceptance in escaping from a toxic romantic relationship.

Deixis in the Song Lyrics of Location Unknown by Honne

2026-01-07T04:22:31+00:00

This study aims to analyze the deixis found in the lyrics of Honne's song “Location Unknown.” Since the data in this study consists of song lyrics, this study uses a qualitative descriptive approach. The data collection techniques in this study are; first, observation of song lyrics and second, classifying the lyrics into several types of deixis. Data analysis in this study involved the researcher categorizing types of deixis based on Levinson's theory (1983). After the data was collected, the researcher began analyzing it by providing explanations based on Levinson's theory (1983). The results of this study found a total of 58 deixis with 42 data points of person deixis, 7 time deixis, 6 place deixis, and 3 discourse deixis. Social deixis was not found in the lyrics. Overall, this study shows that deixis in the lyrics of “Location Unknown” by Honne emphasizes the use of deep emotional expressions, distance, and longing of the singer towards his ex.

Identity and Belonging in Kamila Shamsie’s Home Fire

2026-01-09T03:38:40+00:00

This article examines Kamila Shamsie’s Home Fire through the lens of psychoanalysis theory, focusing on the characters' struggles with identity and belonging. Employing Freudian concepts, the study analyzes Isma, Aneeka, Parvaiz, and Eamonn to uncover how their unconscious desires, defense mechanisms, and familial dynamics influence their actions. The study demonstrates how the internal conflicts of each character— Isma, Aneeka, Parvaiz, and Eamonn—represent a constant and tragic struggle between the Id, Ego, and Superego, shaping their actions and identities. Additionally, the analysis reveals how the characters navigate complex cultural identities as British Muslims, grappling with assimilation, tradition, and societal judgment. This study enriches the understanding of Home Fire and contributes to broader discussions of identity and belonging in diasporic literature.

The Use of Illocutionary Act in Marina Tasha's YouTube Vlog

2026-01-14T01:52:57+00:00

The aims of this research is to examining the purpose and function of Marina Tasha's illocutionary acts. This research used a descriptive-qualitative method to analyze the data. The data collection was conducted by downloading transcripts from two of Marina Tasha's YouTube vlogs in Palembang. The results showed that there are four types of illocutionary acts found in her two vlogs, namely assertive, expressive, directive, and commissive. First, the assertive acts are the most dominant with informing, describing, stating, explaining, and comparing functions that help the audience understand the specific details of Indonesian food. Second, expressive acts are used to show enthusiasm and appreciation for Indonesian food. Third, directive speech acts are used to build interaction with the audience through asking, instructing, and suggesting. Last, commissive acts are used to maintain the viewer's attention and build curiosity so that they continue to watch the vlog.

Exploring Characterization of Christopher Boone in Mark Haddon's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

2026-01-14T02:33:48+00:00

This study focuses on analyzing the characterization of the main character, Christopher Boone, in Mark Haddon's novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time using the New Criticism approach. The purpose of this study is to determine how the main character, Christopher, is portrayed in the novel through direct and indirect characterization. This study employs a qualitative descriptive method, with the primary data collected directly from the novel itself. This analysis focuses on textual evidence in the novel that reflects Christopher's traits, which are then categorized into direct and indirect characterization. Findings from this study indicate that direct characterization depicts Christopher as a brilliant mathematician, with logical reasoning, honesty, and discomfort with physical contact. Meanwhile, indirect characterization, demonstrated through his communication style, shows that he always avoids interaction with others, and his relationship with his parents also consistently shows that he understands his emotions. This research shows that Mark Haddon's novel builds a unique character for the main character, Christopher, through the text description in the novel, which allows readers to experience the world from his unique perspective. This study provides a theoretical contribution to literary studies by reinforcing the importance of characterization as an intrinsic element of fiction and practically provides insight into how characterization techniques can shape distinct characters.

Flouting of Maxims Done by the Characters in Avatar: The Way of Water Movie

2026-01-14T03:08:59+00:00

This study analyzes the flouting maxims in the film Avatar: The Way of Water, as expressed by all characters in their dialogues. By applying Grice’s Cooperative Principle (1975) and Cutting’s (2002) theory of flouting maxims, this analysis aims to identify the types of flouting maxims used and to understand the reasons behind these occurrences. A descriptive qualitative approach was applied in this
study. The data were taken from the film transcript, specifically from the characters’ utterances that contained flouting maxims. In collecting the data, the researcher watched the film, transcribed the dialogues, and identified utterances in which the maxims were flouted. The data were analyzed by categorizing the flouting maxims and interpreting the context as well as the reasons behind each
instance. The results show that all types of flouting maxims were found in the movie, with a total of 31 instances. Flouting the maxim of relevance was the most frequent, as the characters often avoided conflict to maintain harmony in their relationships, which aligns with the film’s central theme of family. Other instances of flouting were used to express jokes and sarcasm, while some short or ambiguous utterances implied hidden meanings. In conclusion, flouting maxims function as a communication strategy used by speakers to convey
specific intentions.

Zafira’s Conflicts in Hafsah Faizal’s We Hunt the Flame Through a New Criticism Approach

2026-03-25T01:24:15+00:00

This study examines the character Zafira in the novel We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal using the New Criticism approach, which focuses on analyzing the internal conflicts and external conflicts experienced by the main character. The purpose of this study is to reveal how Zafira’s struggles reflect her inner battles as well as the environmental pressures that become sources of conflict for her. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method with a close reading of the text. The analysis focuses on intrinsic elements such as conflict, characterization, and theme without considering external factors such as the author’s background or historical context. Through this method, the study seeks to identify textual evidence that shows how Zafira confronts her own fears and the social restrictions placed on women in Arawiya. The findings show that Zafira’s internal conflicts between fear and courage is closely related to her external conflict against social norms. The interaction of these two conflicts creates a unified meaning that highlights the theme of perseverance and the search for self-identity in the novel.

Assertive Speech Acts in Spiderman: Far From Home (2019): A Pragmatic Study

2025-12-26T00:04:33+00:00

This research analyzes assertive speech acts in the film Spiderman: Far From Home (2019) through a pragmatic lens. Based on Searle’s (1979) classification, assertive speech acts express a speaker’s belief in the truth of a statement and include several forms such as stating, suggesting, complaining, claiming, and reporting. The purpose of this study is to identify and interpret how these assertive acts are manifested in the film’s dialogue to reveal the characters’ intentions, attitudes, and relationships. The study applies a descriptive qualitative method, with the film’s transcript serving as the main data source. Selected dialogues involving the main characters Peter Parker, MJ, Nick Fury, and Mysterio were analyzed contextually to uncover their pragmatic functions. The results show five main types of assertive acts
with the following frequencies: stating (16 occurrences or 24%), reporting (23 or 34%), claiming (14 or 21%), suggesting (11 or 16%), and complaining (8 or 12%), with a total of 67 utterances. Examples include Peter expressing his wish for an ordinary trip (state), Mysterio proclaiming his power to defeat the Elementals (claim), and Nick
Fury is giving information about them (report). The findings indicate that assertive acts significantly shape the characters’ psychological portrayal, intentions, and social dynamics. Overall, the study concludes that assertive speech acts are essential to understanding character development and narrative progression, as well as the
broader pragmatic meaning conveyed through film dialogue.

Illocutionary Acts in Movie “She’s The Man” By Andy Fickman

2025-12-26T00:04:34+00:00

This study investigates the types and functions of illocutionary acts performed by characters in Andy Fickman’s She’s the Man (2006), applying Searle’s (1979) taxonomy within a qualitative descriptive framework. The research aims to identify, classify, and interpret how illocutionary acts construct the film’s narrative, gender dynamics, and comedic tension. Data were collected through detailed transcription of dialogues, triangulated between subtitles and original audio, and coded according to five categories: representatives, directives, expressives, commissives, and declaratives. This study addresses two research questions: (1) Identify and classify the types of illocutionary acts present in the movie She’s the Man by Andy Fickman (2) Determine which type(s) of illocutionary acts are dominant in the film dialogue. The findings indicate that directives (35,8%) and assertives (32,6%) dominate the film’s illocutionary landscape, reflecting characters’ attempts to influence actions and express beliefs. Expressives, commissives, and declaratives occur less frequently but serve pivotal functions at emotional or narrative turning points.

The Influence of Family on The Character Formation of Safwa in The Novel The Bad Muslim Discount

2025-12-26T00:04:34+00:00

This study aims to analyze how family influences the character formation of Safwa as the main character. The Bad Muslim Discount (2021) by Syed M. Masood depicts two families with different journeys, one of which is Safwa's family, who survived in a war zone and became immigrants in the United States. This analysis focuses on the character formation of Safwa. This study uses descriptive qualitative analysis supported by a new critical theory approach to deeply explain Safwa's characterization and the factors of family background. while previous studies have mainly focused on the themes of Western perspectives on Muslim identity and the issue of Islamophobia in this novel. This study makes a new contribution by emphasizing the importance of the family in shaping Safwa's character. The final results of the study show that the family plays a significant role in shaping the character, thinks, actions, and responses to her life.

Lexical Analysis in News Articles to Show Media Framing Charles Leclerc's 2024 Wins: A Corpus Study

2025-12-26T00:04:34+00:00

This study examines how the media framed Charles Leclerc’s victory in the 2024 Grand Prix season. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the researchers identified Entman’s (1993) framing in the news media. The data consist of twenty-one news articles collected from news media and analyzed using corpus linguistic tools to identify high-frequency lexical items and collocation patterns. The findings show that sports media covering Charles Leclerc’s victory at the 2024 Grand Prix used three perspectives: positive, negative, and neutral, and from four point of Entman framing, the media highlighted more than just Charles Leclerc's skill and Ferrari's technical strength, but also emphasized elements of luck, the dynamics of the race, and his
opponents' mistakes, creating a complex picture of success. In addition, the media discourse reflected a mixture of admiration and criticism, describing the victory as the result of perseverance and teamwork while also suggesting areas for improvement in consistency and strategy.

Analysis Of Margot’s Character In The Menu And How She Overcomes Her Problems

2025-12-26T00:04:35+00:00

This study examines the character of Margot, the main character in Mark Mylod's 2022 film, The Menu. In this thriller, a woman shrouded in mystery joins her partner for an exclusive dining experience on a remote island. She discovers a sinister scheme orchestrated by the renowned chef, which goes far beyond her bounds. The investigation also explores Margot's problem-solving methods. This study utilizes Edgar V. Roberts' theory of characterization, a framework suitable for literary analysis. This theory focuses on Margot's actions, words, and thoughts, and how other characters perceive her. This research employs a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis. The film's narrative and dialogue serve as primary sources Critical reviews and related analyses provide secondary data. Through this methodology, this study seeks to understand how each aspect of Margot's character contributes to her ability to adapt and survive in a dangerous situation. The findings indicate that Margot embodies the traits of brave, strong determination, and clever. Her actions and communication reflect these traits. Armed with these traits, she successfully overcomes the challenges she faces. She defies the norms established by Chef Slowik and ultimately escapes danger. This unique personality proved to be a key factor in Margot's success in escaping life-threatening.

A Literature review on Why Animals Cannot Acquire Human Language

2025-12-26T00:04:35+00:00

The objective of this study is to comprehend the underlying factors that preclude the acquisition of human language by animals. To this end, a comprehensive review of experiments conducted on parrots and anthropoid apes has been undertaken. The research employs a qualitative approach, underpinned by a literature review method, with a focus on the cognitive and neurological functions of animals in the context of communication. The primary data have been sourced from a range of previous studies, including but not limited to: Irene Pepperberg’s long-term experiment with the African grey parrot Alex; the Gua project by Robert Yerkes; and the research conducted by the Kellogg family, as well as William Henry Furness III’s research on chimpanzees and orangutans. The findings demonstrate that while certain animals possess the capacity to imitate human sounds, respond to verbal commands, and comprehend specific concepts, their communication cannot be categorised as language. It has been demonstrated that parrots such as Alex and Cosmo have the capacity to associate words with objects and express simple intentions. However, their ability remains constrained by imitation and associative learning. In a similar manner, anthropoid apes such as Gua exhibited marked intelligence and responsiveness. However, due to anatomical and neurological limitations, they were unable to produce human-like speech. In conclusion, it can be posited that language is a complex result of human cognitive evolution that involves symbolic thinking, abstract reasoning, and social awareness. While animals may communicate with apparent efficacy, they lack the neurological and anatomical systems that are the hallmark of true language. The present findings indicate that language functions not only as a medium for communication but also as a distinctive manifestation of human consciousness and thought.

Nasir’s Inner Conflict and Moral Struggle for Identity in Hafsah Faizal’s We Hunt the Flame

2025-12-26T00:04:35+00:00

This research explores the internal conflict of Nasir, the main character in the novel We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal. This study analyzes how the character’s internal conflict occurs using Sigmund Freud’s theory of Psychoanalysis, aiming to explore how the id, ego, and superego manifest as a consequence of past trauma. Using a qualitative descriptive method, the narrative texts and dialogues within the novel served as the primary data. Through careful and thorough reading, several narratives and dialogues from Nasir that were deemed to contain these three aspects were collected. This data was then analyzed based on Sigmund Freud’s theoretical framework. The findings reveal an internal conflict within Nasir caused by the impact of his past trauma, specifically his search for paternal recognition. His ego emerges to rationalize his harmful actions to satisfy his id, while the appearance of his superego punishes him with overwhelming guilt. By applying Freud’s framework, this research fills a gap in the literary analysis of the novel and proves that psychoanalytic theory is a valuable tool for explaining character complexity in fantasy literature.

Slang Words in "Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)" Movie: A Sociolinguistic Study

2025-12-26T00:04:36+00:00

This study investigates the discussion of slang found in the movie Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) from a sociolinguistic perspective. This study aims to classify and explain the types of slang according to the theory of Keith Allan and Kate Burridge (2006) used by the actors in
this film. This study also uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data collected from the film's dialogue and divides it into types of slang according to Allan and Burridge's theory. This analysis also refers to Labov's (1972) sociolinguistic theory, which emphasizes the
relationship between language and social context. These findings prove that slang in this film is not only a form of communication using informal language but also a tool for expressing solidarity and building character identity. The use of slang also reflects cultural
trends that show how language also functions as a form of familiarity within a group. Additionally, the use of slang in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) greatly influences the humor and tone of the film. The characters, especially Deadpool, often use slang to convey sarcasm,
irony, and humor, increasing audience engagement and reinforcing the film's distinctive conversational style.

Juniper Hayward's Defense Process to Achieve Fame in the Yellowface Novel by R.F. Kuang

2025-12-26T00:04:36+00:00

The Yellowface (2023) novel by R.F. Kuang shows the kind of struggle in Juniper Hayward. She gets a lot of public obstacles and criticism upon the publication of her novel, due to her successful dream rising. Slowly, June’s secret was revealed and making the situation even worse; her haters started to dig up some evidence to expose her faults to the public. Problems that happened in June caused her to build a defense mechanism to protect the career she had always dreamed of as a writer. Therefore, researchers find several problems arise: 1. How
does Juniper Hayward’s character show in the Yellowface novel? 2. How does the type of Juniper Hayward’s defense mechanism in the Yellowface novel?. The main character's data for research was collected through defense mechanisms found in the novel's dialogue. This research aims to use a descriptive qualitative method based on data from novel Yellowface and analyze it with Sigmund Freud’s theory of defense mechanisms. Researchers found the main character’s defense mechanisms in problem-solving of conflict and psychological problems, including denial, projection, rationalization, and intellectualization.

An Analysis of Language Style and Social Factors in the Main Characters in Turning Red Movie

2025-12-26T00:04:36+00:00

This study explores the types of language and examines the social factors that influence the most dominant style found in the Turning Red movie. The research focuses on the two main characters, Mei Lee and Ming Lee, and uses Martin Joos’s (1967) theory of language style and Holmes’s (2013) theory of social factors. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the dialogues in the movie were analyzed and categorized into five types of language styles: frozen, formal, consultative, casual, and intimate. The results show that all five language styles, frozen, formal, consultative, casual, and intimate, are found in the film. Among them, the casual style is the most dominant. Therefore, the analysis of social factors focuses specifically on the casual style. The results reveal that casual style is influenced by several social factors, such as the participant's close relationship, informal setting, personal topics, and emotional function. Overall, Turning Red shows how language use reflects social context. The dominance of casual style highlights the warmth, honesty, and emotional connection between the characters, making their interactions feel natural.

An Analysis of Code Switching in Instagram Captions of Xaviera Putri

2025-12-26T00:04:36+00:00

Multilingual phenomenon is growing increasingly in the digital era, especially on social media platforms, making it an important space for individuals to build self-image through communication strategies. This study aims to analyze and identify the form and function of code switching in Xaviera Putri’s Instagram caption. Drawing on Hoffman’s (1991) theory, this study classified code switching into three types, tag switching, intra-sentential code switching and inter-sentential code switching. Data were collected from Xaviera Putri’s Instagram posts in July-August 2025 by observation and note taking techniques. The results of this study show that there are 64 code switching findings in Xaviera Putri’s Instagram captions, tag switching appears 8 times, inter-sentential code switching appears 10 times and intra-sentential code switching appears 46 times as the most dominant form, where the speaker inserts two languages in one whole sentence in a flexible and natural way. This study also demonstrates that code switching not only functions as a communicative tool but also as a strategy to build self-image and to increase closeness with the audience in the digital space.

Conversational Implicature Used by The Character Sean From Good Will Hunting Movie

2025-12-26T00:04:37+00:00

Communication with individuals who have experienced trauma, such as PTSD, requires strategic linguistic choices so as not to offend them. This study aims to analyze the meaning behind the utterances and the use of conversational implicature by the therapist character, Sean, in the movie Good Will Hunting (1997) as a primary tool for engaging with his interlocutors. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, this research examines Sean’s utterance from the original movie script by categorizing them as either generalized or particularized conversational implicature. The findings reveal that Sean almost exclusively uses particularized conversational implicature. This is not a random occurrence but a deliberate therapeutic strategy designed to deal with Will’s intellectual and emotional defense mechanism, which makes their communication ineffective. The analysis demonstrates that Sean’s implicature functions to establish trust, challenge Will’s intellectual shields, model vulnerability, and facilitate an emotional breakthrough. This study concludes that particularized conversational implicature may serve as a powerful and empathetic communication tool in sensitive interactions by bridging linguistic theory with psychological analysis to illustrate how indirect language can be fundamental to therapeutic progress.

Comparative Media Framing of the NewJeans Controversy in 2024: An Analysis of Yonhap and BBC

2025-12-26T00:04:37+00:00

The purpose of this study is to analyze and compare how Yonhab and BBC, two major news media outlets, framed their reporting on the controversy involving NewJeans and their agency Ador/HYBE. The researcher used Entman's theory, which is based on four elements: defining problems, diagnosing causes, making moral judgments, and suggesting remedies. The research method used a qualitative approach with a total of eight news articles from each media outlet studied. The results showed that Yonhab and BBC differed in their framing of the news regarding the issues faced by NewJeans. Yonhab tended to focus on the breach of contract by both parties, while the BBC reported on the main issues of harassment and mistreatment in the workplace. In addition, both news media outlets also have similarities in defining the conflict as a case of a breakdown in the relationship between the artist and the agency. Not only that, but they also indirectly show that NewJeans is the most disadvantaged party in the conflict. Furthermore, both media outlets also offer the same suggested remedy, which is to resolve the issue legally and in accordance with the laws of South Korea.

Ayesha Dean’s Bravery In Seville: Fearless as a Path to Maturity

2025-12-26T00:04:37+00:00

This research analyzes the psychoanalytic characterization that focuses on the decisions made by Ayesha Dean when handling cases in Melati Lum's novel Ayesha Dean and the Seville Secret (2019). This study uses a descriptive qualitative method and applies Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis theory (1923), which covers the id, ego, and superego. This study finds how Ayesha Dean copes and makes quick decisions while navigating as a detective handling a major case. This research highlights three main points, namely the unconscious desire (id), rational actions (ego), and how morality and conscience work (superego). The author concludes that the actions taken by the main character cannot be separated from the role of the people around her and her strong faith in God. Ayesha's intelligence and courage support how her character is developed through each case she solves. The author hopes that future research will provide a more in-depth analysis and explore more about the character of Muslim girls who have extraordinary abilities in solving these criminal cases.

Construction of Legitimacy Through Discourse in Mike Pence’s Speech of COVID-19 Task Force Briefing

2025-12-26T00:04:38+00:00

To investigate how legitimacy is constructed through the deliberate use of discourse, this study employs a descriptive qualitative method in examining the transcript of speech in Mike Pence’s COVID-19 Task Force Briefing. Within the context of fundamental theory, this study uses the three-dimensional synthesis of Fairclough’s (1992) Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). Along with the CDA theory, the arguments of findings are given interpretation through existing significant lexical choices and metaphors that most indicate the linguistic pattern of the subject. Such as inclusive expressions. The study reveals that legitimacy arises from discursively built, rhetorical, and persuasive communication that shapes moral obligations, rather than genuine public consent. It further suggests that political language during the period of crises operates in the form of power and the authority to influence public perception. Additionally, this study seeks to significantly contribute to the research of how language is firmly on constructing human social purpose and goals.

Alienation in the Main Character of Fredrik Backman’s Novel A Man Called Ove

2025-12-26T00:04:38+00:00

In this essay, the author analyzes how the protagonist, A Man Called Ove, in Fredrik Backman's novel, is isolated from others. Alienation is what happens when someone feels lonely, disconnected, and cut off from meaningful connections to other people. The study aims to analyze and discuss the specificity of the depiction of the alienation in Ove's character, as well as to consider how that is described in the story. The study employs a qualitative descriptive approach focusing on A Man Called Ove (2014) as the primary source, along with other sources such as journals, books, and articles. Data was collected by deep reading the book and analyzed using Melvin Seeman's theory of alienation, which has five parts: powerlessness, meaninglessness, normlessness, Self-Estrangement, and social isolation. It also uses character theory to examine how Ove, the main character is portrayed. The study has shown that Ove's emotional separation from his wife and job, coupled with his repeated suicide attempts after the loss of his job for two years, caused him to withdraw. He felt powerless because he lost control over his life; he felt life had no meaning after his wife passed; he rejected modern society's values; he avoided interacting with his neighbors, showing social isolation; and he isolated himself from others in his daily life. Through these elements, the novel shows alienation as a condition that comes from sadness, loss, and broken relationships. This study helps us understand how alienation is depicted in modern literature and can serve as a basis for future research on emotional resilience and reintegration in society.

Interpreting Speech Acts in Political Context: A Political Discourse Analysis of Prabowo Subianto’s Speech On Public Unrest

2025-12-26T00:04:38+00:00

This research explores how speech acts are used in Prabowo Subianto’s press conference on August 31, 2025, to respond to national protests and public unrest. The research aims to identify the types of speech acts expressed in the speech and to interpret how they contribute to the framework of political discourse. The study engaged a qualitative descriptive method using the transcript from the SekretariatPresiden YouTube channel as the main data source. The analysis applied Searle’s (1979) Speech Act Theory to categorize the utterances and Fairclough’s (2010) Political Discourse Theory to interpret their political and social implications. The findings expose that Prabowo’s speech indicates a strategic use of language to influence the public, build authority, and project political responsibility. The speech reflects a balance among assertive expressions of policy, directive attract for public cooperation, and declarative statements showing government action. Through this linguistic pattern, the study highlights how language works not only as communication but also as a performative act that strengthen legitimacy and leadership during a period of social pressure. In conclusion, the research emphasizes that political speeches are not simple statements but acts of power that shape public perception and trust. Future research may compare similar speeches from other object to further explore how language builds authority and manages crisis narratives in political contexts.

Negative Politeness Strategies used by Main Character “Moana II” Movie 2024

2025-12-26T00:04:39+00:00

This qualitative study analyses the use of negative politeness strategies in the dialogue of the main characters, Moana and Maui in the "Moana 2" movie. The research aimed to identify the types, functions, and factors of negative politeness in movie. The study's data consisted of the main characters' dialogue, with a specific focus on negative politeness. To obtain the types of dominant politeness strategies produced by the main character in the film "Moana 2" and to describe the context of politeness strategies used by the main character in the film "Moana 2". The data of this study are the dialogues of the main characters in the film "Moana 2". This study employed a descriptive qualitative design, focusing solely on the main character. The analysis revealed 85 instances of negative politeness, categorized into five types: Indirect, Questions and Hedging, Give Respect, Apologize and Minimaze Imposition. The most prevalent strategy was to use Minimaze Imposition. This dominant finding is attributed to the cultural context of the film's Polynesian setting, where politeness, freedom and respect are highly valued. Ultimately, this study confirms that negative politeness plays a role in being used by the characters to build and maintain harmonious relationships in a culturally rich royal environment.

Analysis of Commissive Speech Acts in “Up” Movie 2009

2025-12-26T00:04:39+00:00

This study aims to analyze the commissive speech acts in the animated film Up (2009), specifically how the characters in the film express promises and commitments. Data were collected through analysis of the film script and direct observation of the dialog. The method used is descriptive qualitative approach with a focus on identifying commissive speech acts such as promise, commitment, and offer. The results show that there are nine commissive utterances that reflect the moral values, determination, and loyalty of the main characters, namely Russell and Carl. These commissive speech acts play an important role in character development and storyline while strengthening the emotional and moral themes of the movie. This research provides insight into the importance of commissive speech acts in building relationships between characters and conveying moral messages through the medium of animated films.

A Study on the Use of Directive Speech Acts Performed by the Main Characters in the Movie “The Bad Guys 2”

2025-12-26T00:04:39+00:00

This research focuses on analyzing the types and functions of directive speech acts used by the main characters in the animated movie The Bad Guys 2. The study aims to find out how the characters use language to influence others through various kinds of directives such as commands, requests, suggestions, and advice. To analyze the data, this study applies (Searle, 1979) Speech Act Theory as the main framework. The method used is descriptive qualitative, where the researcher watched the movie, transcribed the dialogues, identified the directive utterances, and classified them based on Searle’s categories. The results show that directive speech acts appear frequently in the characters’ conversations, with commands and requests being the most common. These directives reveal how the characters show leadership, cooperation, and social hierarchy within the group. Overall, this study shows that language in The Bad Guys 2 is not only used for communication but also to express power, build relationships, and strengthen teamwork. The findings are expected to give a clearer understanding of how directive speech acts work in animated movies and how they reflect everyday communication.

Politeness Strategies in Directive Speech Acts: A Pragmatic Analysis of the Main Characters in the Movie Ghosbusters ; Frozen Empire (2024)

2025-12-26T00:04:40+00:00

This study analyzes the use of politeness strategies in directive speech acts by the main characters in the film Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Directive speech acts such as commands, requests, prohibitions, warnings, and suggestions are used to influence the actions of others, regulate cooperation within a team, and maintain social rules. This study applies descriptive qualitative methods using the theory proposed by Searle (1979) regarding directive speech acts and Brown & Levinson (1987) regarding politeness strategies to examine the interactions of the main characters: Callie, Phoebe, Gary, and Trevor. The analysis shows that the most dominant type of directive speech act is commands. In urgent situations that require a quick response and emphasize clarity, commands are generally conveyed using the bald on record strategy. Meanwhile, the use of negative and positive politeness strategies is generally used in requests and suggestions to maintain respect and build cooperation. In addition, warnings and prohibitions usually use the bald on record strategy so that the speaker gets a quick response and the listener can easily understand what the speaker is saying. Meanwhile, the off record strategy is not found, because the film Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire has an action context that faces many urgent language situations that require quick responses. These findings emphasize how politeness strategies influence the way directives are conveyed, create cooperation, balance authority, and provide emotional support to the characters.

An Investigation of Code-Switching and Mixing in the Close The Door Teens: In Therapy Podcast

2025-12-26T00:04:40+00:00

This study aims to analyze the phenomenon of code-switching and code-mixing in the Close The Door Teens: In Therapy podcast titled “Bintang Tamu Terakhir Azka! Last Episode!!”, with Azka Corbuzier as the host and Sherry Joelica as the guest. Using a descriptive qualitative method with quantitative support, the data were analyzed using Poplack's (1980) framework for code-switching and Muysken's (2000) framework for code-mixing. The results of the study showed 166 cases: 84 cases of code mixing (61 insertions, 21 alternations, 2 congruent lexicalization) and 82 cases of code switching (40 intrasentential, 33 intersentential, 9 tag switching). The code-switching and code-mixing phenomena observed in Gen Z podcasts reflect a modern and flexible social identity and demonstrate how they effectively express emotions and engage their language skills. This phenomenon emerged due to the influence of their surroundings, which cannot be avoided, but it is important to consider the overall impact of this phenomenon.