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Reading Tim Blake Nelson’s O Adapting and Obfuscating Othello’s Blackness Umayfa, Suyanti Fatma; Khasanah, Wirdatul; Imaduddin, Muhammad
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 5 No 1 (2025): EXCELLENCE
Publisher : English Education Study Program FKIP Universitas Alwashliyah Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v5i1.1157

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This study analyzes Tim Blake Nelson’s “O” (2001) as a modern film adaptation of William Shakespeare’s “Othello”, with particular attention to the representation of Blackness and how it is reshaped or obscured in the cinematic form. Using a qualitative, interpretative textual analysis method, the research explores how racial identity, which is central in the original play, becomes muted or recontextualized in the film adaptation. The study applies adaptation theory, semiotic analysis, and critical race theory to examine both narrative and visual elements of the film—including dialogue, characterization, cinematography, and symbolism. Through a comparative framework, the analysis identifies key thematic shifts, such as the movement from overt racial tension in “Othello” to internal psychological conflict in “O”. Visual aids and a comparative table support the findings, illustrating the adaptation’s emphasis on personal trauma over racial discourse. The results reveal how the film strategically downplays racial markers, offering a layered yet potentially problematic reading of race in contemporary adaptation. This research contributes to broader discussions of race, identity, and representation in Shakespearean film adaptations.
Peningkatan Kompetensi Pengelola Rumah Tinggal Mahasiswa Berbasis Pendidikan Karakter dan Solusi Praktis Masalah Sosial Mahasiswa ., Sarmini; Noordia, Anna; Gamaputra, Gading; ., Lisnani; Tinambunan, Hezron Sabar Rotua; Umayfa, Suyanti Fatma; Wati, Ika Febriana
Jurnal ABDI: Media Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 11 No. 2 (2026): JURNAL ABDI : Media Pengabdian Kepada masyarakat
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26740/abdi.v11i2.45399

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Surabaya State University Campus 5 was established in 2024 and has 16 study programs with a total of 2,888 students from various regions. This campus provides a great opportunity for the community to build a residence in the form of boarding houses. Based on data from the Magetan Regency government, the number of rooms owned to date is 1,642 rooms spread across several local sub-districts and villages. These communities built boarding houses according to their own initiative without going through the licensing process, so there are different variants for each boarding house. They do not yet have rules and regulations that students must follow and the boarding house managers do not yet have the skills to do as boarding house managers. Problems faced related to boarding house management include social issues for students that require special handling, the lack of socialization to boarding house managers by the district government, diverse views from boarding house managers in managing their boarding houses, limited abilities in character education that must be carried out, and minimal ability to solve problems caused by students. The implementation methods used include providing workshops, lectures and role-playing methods, workshops and mentoring, and seminars. The results of this activity, namely the rules and SOPs for boarding house managers, can be a practical solution in maintaining harmony between the interests of the campus and the community, especially student boarding house managers and the government, especially student boarding house managers. Keywords: boarding house management, character education, practical solutions, rules and regulations, social problems.