<![CDATA[This article is part of a discussion on media and inclusive education in Indonesia. It discusses the representation of children with disabilities in the animated film Nussa: The Movie (2021). The film's protagonist, Nussa, who has a prosthetic leg, is portrayed as an active, intelligent, and socially adept child. This study aims to answer two questions: How does Nussa portray children with disabilities, and to what extent does this portrayal reflect their social reality in Indonesia? Using narrative analysis methods, representation theory, and social models of disability, this article analyzes the visualization of Nussa's body, emotions, social relations, and psychological dynamics in the film. Empirical data from UNICEF, BPS, and SMERU regarding education, accessibility, and social stigma toward children with disabilities strengthen the analysis. The results demonstrate that Nussa: The Movie provides a progressive and humane portrayal, free from the "object of sorrow" and "inspiration porn" stereotypes. Nussa is portrayed as a complete individual with agency who is actively involved in her community. However, the film often obscures structural issues, such as social discrimination, limited inclusive educational facilities, and poverty. Therefore, while the film offers an affirmative representation, it also has limitations in depicting the complex reality of children with disabilities in Indonesia. While emphasizing the importance of inclusive children's media, this paper argues that social policy transformation and cultural representation must work together.]]>
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