JPLED
Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development (JPLED)

Narratological Analysis of Social Conflict in the Animated Film Summer Ghost

Virgia Dinda Syelima (Universitas Pasundan)
Desti Fatin Fauziyyah (Universitas Pasundan)
Eggie Nugraha (Universitas Pasundan)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Mar 2026

Abstract

This study analyzes the narrative structure of social conflict in the animated film Summer Ghost using Tzvetan Todorov’s narratological theory, which consists of three stages: equilibrium, disruption, and new equilibrium. The film tells the story of three high school students dealing with academic pressure, bullying, and terminal illness conflicts that are narratively framed to reflect broader adolescent social issues. Using a qualitative descriptive method, the analysis reveals that these conflicts are presented through character transformation and plot progression, aligning with Todorov’s structure. The film not only portrays internal struggles but also raises awareness of societal concerns such as mental health and the search for meaning. These findings indicate that animated films like Summer Ghost can effectively convey inspirational messages and serve as alternative teaching materials for narrative texts in junior high school.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpled

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development is an open access, peer-reviewed, scientific journal published by GAES (Global Action and Education for Society). The aim of this journal is to publish articles dedicated to the latest outstanding developments in the field of education. It ...