IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite

Psychological Cognitive Development of the Main Character in Tangled (2010) Movie

Huang, Felicia (Unknown)
Suprayogi, Suprayogi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Feb 2025

Abstract

This research explores the cognitive development of Rapunzel, the main character in Disney’s Tangled (2010), using Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development as a framework. Piaget's framework, based on stages—Sensori-motor, Preoperational, and Formal Operational are applied to analyze Rapunzel’s growth from a sheltered upbringing to self-discovery. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method, focusing on scenes and dialogue to track how her thinking develops. The research shows how Rapunzel learns to think logically, solve problems, and understand more complex ideas. Her journey from being innocent and influenced by her environment to becoming an independent thinker follows the stages of Piaget’s theory. By looking at her experiences, the reader can see how they challenge her understanding, help her become more independent, and lead her to a more mature way of thinking. Through this critical examination, the research highlights the relevance of Piaget’s theory in understanding character growth within narrative storytelling.

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Journal Info

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ideas

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

IDEAS Journal is published twice a year in the months of June and December (P-ISSN 2338-4778 and E-ISSN 2548-4192); it presents articles on English language teaching and learning, linguistics, and literature. The contents include analyses, studies and application of theories, research report, ...