Lolowang, Imelda S.
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MARXISM VALUES AS PORTRAYED IN STEVEN SODERBERGH’S “ERIN BROCKOVICH” MOVIE SCRIPT Olar, Julia Sheren; Liando, Nihta V. F.; Lolowang, Imelda S.
JoTELL : Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature Vol. 3 No. 6 (2024): JoTELL: Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36582/jotell.v3i6.9403

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The purpose of this study was find out Marxism values as portrayed in the Erin Brockovich movie script. This research discussed the value of Marxism in the movie Erin Brockovich, directed by Steven Soderbergh. This research used a qualitative method with the sociological approach. This research data was obtained from conflict problems between Erin Brockovich's character, the people of Hinkley who were victims, and the large company Pg&E. The results of this research showed that the movie Erin Brockovich depicted Marxism values. Erin Brockovich, as the main character was a representative of the lower working class who fought against large companies that had polluted the drinking water of the people around the company. The conflict that occured between them showed the results of research that illustrated Marxism Values, and two kinds of conflict that related to the application of Marxism Values in Erin Brockovich’s Movie, such as Realistic Conflict and Non Realistic Conflict. After analyzing the data the writer found the result of the research, such as; 1) Materialism 2) Social Class 3) Exploitation 4) Struggle for Social Justice. The description of Marxism values in the film Erin Brockovich was obtained by referring to Marxism literary criticism perspective and social conflict theory by Lewis Coser.
The Dystopia Characteristics in Aldous Huxley Brave New World Senduk, Jessica S.; Lolowang, Imelda S.; Kumayas, Tirza A.
Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): E-CLUE: Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature, and Education
Publisher : English Education Department

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v13i2.12106

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Dystopian literature is defined as fiction that portrays an uncertain future for society and humanity. This can be considered a warning to society members to be aware of their surroundings and the potential for horrible things to happen without their knowledge. One example of literary works that portraying dystopian characteristics is Brave New World (1932) by Aldous Huxley. Thus, this research aims to identify and reveal the dystopia characteristics in the novel Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World using dystopian characteristics theory by Terri Chung. This research uses qualitative research because the data is in the form of word. In analyse the data, the researcher are using objective approach which focuses on the novel’s intrinsic elements, including its characters, setting, and themes. The result of this research shows that the novel contains all nine dystopia characteristics from Chung’s theory including propaganda, restricted knowledge, social control, dehumanization, and the illusion of a perfect society. The character, John the Savage, represents the struggle of true human experience in a world dominated by artificial happiness and control. His tragic fate highlight the novel warning that society prioritizing stability over freedom ultimately dehumanizes its citizens. The results showed that Brave New World novel portrays a dystopia society that appears perfect on the surface but is actually controlled and oppressive