Dahlia D. Moelier
English Literature, Faculty of Education and Literature, Bosowa University

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The Quest Of Meaning In Postmodern Era: Ken Carpenter’s Spiritual Crisis In Man From Nebraska Yuli Mulyana; Dahlia D. Moelier; Rezki Amalia Wahyuni Mustakim
Humaniora: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): HUMANIORA: Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Education, Desember 2025
Publisher : Fakultas Sastra, Universitas Bosowa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56326/jlle.v5i2.6959

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This research aims to explore the spiritual crisis faced by Ken Carpenter, the main character in Man from Nebraska, as a reflection of the confusion and loss of meaning experienced by many people in the postmodern era. This study used a qualitative descriptive method and applies existentialism and postmodernism theories. The study shows how Ken’s crisis begins with inauthenticity and grows into an existential crisis that forces him to question his faith and identity. Through self-awareness and freedom, he learns to take responsibility, accepts life limits, and finally reaches authenticity, where he embraces himself and finds new meaning in life.This change represents a personal and spiritual transformation. Man from Nebraska gives a picture of how modern people struggle to find meaning in a world where old beliefs no longer feel certain, while also showing how literature can reflect real life spiritual problems in today’s society.
An Analysis Conflict In Movie Script Triangle Of Sadness (2022) Anggi Oktaviani; Dahlia D. Moelier; Andi Tenri Abeng
Humaniora: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): HUMANIORA: Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Education, Desember 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56326/jlle.v5i2.7101

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The research aims to analyse internal and external conflicts along with their causes and impacts in the film Triangle of Sadness (2022), written by Ruben Ostlund. The analysis is conducted using the conflict theory developed by Kenney (1966). The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, with the primary data source being the film script consisting of 98 pages. In addition, the study is supported by various relevant literature, journals, and articles. The data collection was carried out through repeated readings, note-taking of dialogues, and focused analysis based on the categories of internal conflict (man vs. self) and external conflict (man vs. man, man vs. society, man vs. nature) in accordance with the applied theory. The results indicated 15 instances of internal conflict, generally depicting the characters’ inner struggles, such as threats to self-esteem, jealousy, perceived gender role injustice, and emotional dilemmas. There were 10 instances of external conflict were identified, predominantly involving disputes between characters, particularly related to power struggles, differences in social status, and clashes of interest. The impacts of these conflicts include relationship breakdowns, social tension, decreased trust, and mental as well as emotional strain. The main causes of conflict include gender role inequality, socio-economic disparities, shifts in power dynamics, and pressures from social norms. The study reveals that Triangle of Sadness not only critiques social injustice and gender roles but also highlights how power and status can change rapidly in difficult situations, thereby influencing the characters’ identities, values, and actions.