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Narrative structure, symbolic meaning, and cultural expression in contemporary Indonesian horror cinema Abidin, Zainal; Riski, Wahyu Nova; Barry, Syamsul
International Journal of Visual and Performing Arts Vol 7, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : ASSOCIATION FOR SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING ELECTRICAL AND ENGINEERING (ASCEE)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31763/viperarts.v7i1.1790

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This study investigates narrative strategies in contemporary Indonesian horror films to understand how they convey cultural meanings and engage audiences. While horror is often dismissed as entertainment, Indonesian horror serves as a cultural mirror, reflecting societal fears, spiritual beliefs, and identity struggles. The study focuses on eight films released between 2019 and 2024, selected for their narrative complexity, cultural relevance, and critical reception. Using qualitative narrative analysis, the research applies Seymour Chatman's distinction between story and discourse alongside classical and modern narrative theories by Bordwell, Todorov, Genette, and others. The analysis identifies three-act and five-act structures and nonlinear, circular, and episodic narratives. These structures enhance suspense, emotional engagement, and thematic depth. The findings show that Indonesian horror films blend local folklore, Islamic rituals, and communal values with experimental storytelling. For example, Siksa Kubur uses fragmented timelines to depict trauma, while Qodrat integrates religious exorcism into its plot structure. Such strategies deepen audience immersion and articulate culturally specific anxieties. This research contributes to Indonesian cinema studies by highlighting how narrative form shapes meaning and emotional impact. It offers a framework for analyzing horror beyond Western paradigms and provides insights into how traditional and modern storytelling coexist in Southeast Asian media. Academically, it advances narrative theory in a non-Western context. Practically, it supports filmmakers and cultural producers in using horror to engage with social issues and connect with global audiences through culturally grounded storytelling.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Film Script Writing Riski, Wahyu Nova; Abidin, Zainal
Capture : Jurnal Seni Media Rekam Vol. 15 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Seni Media Rekam ISI Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33153/capture.v15i1.5621

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Artificial intelligence has influenced various aspects of human life in recent years. The film industry is no exception to be affected by the expansion of artificial intelligence. Focusing on the process of short movie scenario development, this research aims to explore the extent to which artificial intelligence or AI can play a role in the creative process of filmmaking. This research uses an innovative exploration method using action research methods with a special focus on the art-based action research approach. Using three experimental cycles, this research found that artificial intelligence has a series of limitations in its function to assist the film script creation process, therefore, it is unlikely that artificial intelligence can replace humans completely soon. However, this research found that despite all its limitations, artificial intelligence has a significant role in helping film creators simplify the initial steps of the film script development process, if it is utilized in the right way. This research makes a substantial contribution to the discussion regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the filmmaking creative process. Keywords: film, screenplay, artificial intelligence, AI