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The Expositions of Expressionism in Elliot Flower’s Winner’s Loss Wijayanto, Bagus Pratama; Oktavia, Dian; Ayu, Evangelin Rambu; Putri, Alvina Salshabilla Linjani; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga
Educalitra: English Education, Linguistics, and Literature Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : English Language Education Study Program, Faculty of Social, Economics, and Humanities, University of Nahdlatul Ulama Purwokerto

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This paper underlines the idea of expressionism in flash fiction of Elliot Flower entitled Winner’s Loss. Expressionism exposes matters of distorted people and object, emotional pain and anguish, unrealistic feelings of modern world, and symbolistic understanding. This story tells about someone who entrusts the money to the main character name Jack and he accidentally loses the money and accuses someone else of being thief. It turns out the money is taken by Jack’s wife because he lies to his wife by saying he did not have the money. By using qualitative method and explorative approach, the analysis includes how any gambling is actually expression of the desperate men. Those who hold to such gambling then are already at loss from the beginning. The money being gambled belongs to anyone but the ones that use it for another useful matter. In conclusion, expressionism in Flower’s flash fiction indicates how the gambling, the loss of money, and the wife’s attitude may intertwine consecutively to show any changing in the story of anyone’s life in general.
Persistent Doubts and Uncertainties of Evelyn’s Despair in Everything Everywhere All at Once Movie Script Kirana, Kheista Sasi; Nurdin, Dewi Syifanaya Firdausy; Wijayanto, Bagus Pratama; Hizbullah, Akmal Dafa; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga
JELLE Vol. 6 No. 02 (2025): JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LITERATURE, LINGUISTICS, AND EDUCATION AUGUST 2025
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Pekalongan

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This article explores how the movie Everything Everywhere All at Once, written by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, depicts existential despair through Evelyn Wang’s persistent doubts and uncertainties. As the story unfolds, Evelyn is thrown into the multiverse, where she encounters numerous versions of herself, overwhelming her with never-ending possibilities. These encounters lead her to question her choices, as well as her sense of purpose and self-worth. The ongoing uncertainty about which version of herself is “right” or “real” drives Evelyn into a state of existential despair, intensifying her feelings of hopelessness. By applying Kierkegaard’s theory of existential despair and qualitative method, this research analyzes how Evelyn’s internal conflict reflects the dread and disorientation that emerge when individuals face the uncertainty of their existence. In conclusion, through an examination of Evelyn’s perception of freedom and identity, also shaped by her doubts, the psychological and philosophical weight of uncertainty in the quest for authenticity and purpose are underscored further.
POSEY’S VOLUNTARY AND INTENTIONAL BEHAVIORS IN MITCH ALBOM’S FOR ONE MORE DAY Ramadhani, Riska Dewi; Kirana, Kheista Sasi; Nurdin, Dewi Syifanaya Firdausy; Wijayanto, Bagus Pratama; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga
ELite Journal : International Journal of Education, Language and Literature Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): ELite Journal (Volume 5 Number 4, October 2025)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Surabaya

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This study explores the altruistic qualities of Posey, the main character in Mitch Albom’s novel For One More Day, focusing on her voluntary and intentional behaviors as expressions of altruism. Altruism is defined as selfless concern for the welfare of others, often manifested without expectation of reward. Using qualitative methods and character analysis, this study examines Posey’s acts of sacrifice, emotional support, and moral guidance, specifically in her relationship with her son, Charley Benetto. Her behaviors—from defending her son against unfair judgment to creating lasting emotional bonds—are voluntary and intentional, reflecting a deep commitment to the welfare of others. In conclusion, this study confirms that altruism in the literature can be explained by consistent and intentional actions that prioritize the needs of others over personal gain.