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Negative Freedom in the Character of Enola Holmes: Isaiah Berlin’s Perspective on Liberalism Fatin Kamilia Azzati; Sumayah
Surakarta English and Literature Journal Volume 8, Number 1 (February 2025)
Publisher : University of Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52429/selju.v8i1.61

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This study explores the portrayal of negative freedom as conceptualized by Isaiah Berlin in the character of Enola Holmes in the film Enola Holmes (2020). The research aims to identify aspects of Berlin’s liberalism reflected in the narrative, to describe how Enola exemplifies the principles of negative freedom, and to highlight the significance of achieving such freedom in a patriarchal society. Employing a qualitative method, this analysis focuses on narrative and visual elements that reflect Berlin’s concept of negative freedom. The data were collected by identifying scenes and applying the theory. Enola’s physical and mental transformation is central to her personal growth, demonstrating how the film explores the themes of self-discovery and autonomy. The findings reveal that Enola’s journey represents a compelling embodiment of Berlin’s negative freedom. At the film's outset, Enola is subjected to patriarchal restrictions, particularly through the control exerted by her brother Mycroft. Her decision to search for her mother marks a pivotal moment in reclaiming her autonomy, as she begins charting her own path. The analysis further demonstrates that Enola’s struggle against societal norms and her eventual selfacceptance signify a transformative journey toward individual freedom. Through her defiance of external controls, Enola exemplifies Berlin’s concept of negative freedom, underscoring the importance of autonomy in fostering personal growth and liberation. This research highlights the enduring relevance of Berlin’s liberal philosophy in contemporary narratives.
Walter Mitty’s Personality Transformation in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013): Plato’s Allegory Cave Maheswari Callula; Sumayah
Surakarta English and Literature Journal Volume 8, Number 1 (February 2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52429/selju.v8i1.63

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A movie directed by Ben Stiller, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013), offers a visually stunning narrative that has captivated audiences worldwide. This study examines the transformation of Walter Mitty’s personality from the perspective of Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. The research aims to explore how Walter’s journey symbolizes the transition from illusion to self-discovery. Employing a qualitative method, this analysis focuses on narrative and visual elements that reflect the allegorical process of emerging from the "cave" of fantasy into meaningful reality. The data were collected by identifying relevant scenes and analyzing them using Plato’s Allegory of the Cave theory. Walter Mitty’s physical and mental transformation is central to his personal growth, demonstrating how the film explores the theme of self-discovery. Ultimately, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone to face reality, mirroring the process of breaking free from the cave to gain true knowledge.
FRANZ KAFKA'S MESSAGE OF PASSIVE NIHILISM IN THE NOVEL METAMORPHOSIS Al Husaini, Wafiiq Majdiy; Sumayah
Pendas : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar Vol. 11 No. 03 (2026): Volume 11 No. 03, September 2026 Processed
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar FKIP Universitas Pasundan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jp.v11i03.63995

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This study explores how Friedrich Nietzsche's concept of passive nihilism is reflected in Franz Kafka's novella The Metamorphosis, while examining its intimate connection to the author's own life experiences. Using a descriptive qualitative design grounded in Gadamerian hermeneutics, textual elements—such as dialogues and narrative units—were critically interpreted alongside philosophical literature and biographical sources. The findings reveal that Gregor Samsa's existential decline manifests through five key dimensions: mental exhaustion and dwindling vitality, profound apathy, the erosion of personal values, escapism, and blind obedience to external demands. Samsa's tragic collapse closely echoes Kafka's personal struggles under an overbearing paternal figure and a stifling corporate routine. Ultimately, through this absurd tale of transformation, Kafka offers more than a portrayal of helplessness; he delivers a subtle yet powerful critique of modern structures that strip the individuals of their humanity, urging readers to preserve their autonomy and inner freedom.
Co-Authors Al Husaini, Wafiiq Majdiy Dias Nindya Subagiyo Fatin Kamilia Azzati Febriyani, Anggita Vina Firdaeisyia Rumandang Bulan Maheswari Callula Meidina Noor Afifha Noor Afifha, Meidina Rumandang Bulan, Firdaeisyia Shafa Orland Ivandito