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Masculinity and Identity Crisis in the Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013): A Hermeneutic Film Analysis Ahmad Maulana; Yeni Prastiwi
Edu Cendikia: Jurnal Ilmiah Kependidikan Vol. 6 No. 01 (2026): Research Articles, April 2026
Publisher : ITScience (Information Technology and Science)

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Socioeconomic transformations under neoliberalism have reshaped the construction of masculinity, moving it from traditional attributes to performance, visibility, and institutional recognition. This shift often generates identity instability, which is reflected in cultural texts such as film. This study aims to examine how masculinity and identity crisis are represented through the main character in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) using a hermeneutic approach. Using a qualitative method, the research analyzes six key scenes to interpret the relationships among narrative structure, dialogue, and visual symbolism. The findings reveal that Walter Mitty’s masculinity is initially marked by social invisibility, subordination, and reliance on fantasy as a compensatory mechanism for his lack of recognition. These fantasies construct an idealized but unstable masculine identity rooted in external validation. As the narrative progresses, Walter shifts from direct engagement with real-life experiences to risk-taking and self-reflection. His masculinity evolves into a more authentic and experiential form, grounded in personal awareness rather than institutional approval. The study demonstrates that masculinity in the film is not fixed but continuously negotiated between social expectations and individual agency. Ultimately, Walter’s transformation represents a critique of neoliberal pressures, highlighting a shift from performative masculinity to a more meaningful, self-defined identity.
The Effectiveness of a Senior High School English Immersion Program on Graduates Communicative Competence and Academic Achievement in Higher Education Damar Jati Pamungkas; Yeny Prastiwi; Agus Wijayanto; Nur Hidayat; Anam Sutopo
Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity) 2025: Proceeding ISETH (International Summit on Science, Technology, and Humanity)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

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The proliferation of English immersion programs in Indonesian secondary education necessitates empirical examination of their long-term effectiveness in preparing graduates for higher education demands. This qualitative phenomenological study investigates the sustained effects of senior high school English immersion programs on graduates' communicative competence and academic achievement in Indonesian university contexts. Through in-depth interviews with eight purposively selected program graduates (currently pursuing higher education across diverse disciplines and institutions), this research examines lived experiences of transitioning from immersion secondary education to English-medium instruction in universities. Phenomenological analysis following Moustakas (1994) revealed five essential themes: immersive environment as linguistic foundation, multidimensional communicative competence development, strategic advantages in higher education transition, sustained academic performance benefits, and confidence development as English users. Findings demonstrate that well-designed immersion programs develop integrated communicative competence across grammatical, sociolinguistic, discourse, and strategic dimensions, which transfers effectively to higher education contexts and contributes to graduates' academic success, intercultural competence, and expanded career opportunities. The study contributes empirical evidence from Indonesian EFL contexts regarding sustained immersion outcomes, validates Canale's (1983) communicative competence framework in immersion settings, and provides evidence-based recommendations for secondary and higher education stakeholders. Implications address program design, equity concerns, and the integration of language learning with identity development in Indonesian educational contexts.