Research Article
Semiotic Analysis of the "Sewu Dino" Film Poster: Unveiling Visual Narratives and Cultural Symbolism
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.25-10-2023.2348289, author={Dini Anggraheni and Sahid Teguh Widodo and Mahendra Wijaya and Deny Tri Ardianto}, title={Semiotic Analysis of the "Sewu Dino" Film Poster: Unveiling Visual Narratives and Cultural Symbolism}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Language, Literature, Education, and Culture, ICOLLEC 2023, 25-27 October 2023, Bali, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ICOLLEC}, year={2024}, month={7}, keywords={culture film poster sewu dino semiotics signs}, doi={10.4108/eai.25-10-2023.2348289} }- Dini Anggraheni
Sahid Teguh Widodo
Mahendra Wijaya
Deny Tri Ardianto
Year: 2024
Semiotic Analysis of the "Sewu Dino" Film Poster: Unveiling Visual Narratives and Cultural Symbolism
ICOLLEC
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.25-10-2023.2348289
Abstract
This paper presents a comprehensive semiotics analysis of the “Sewu Dino” film poster, utilizing qualitative methodologies, color theory, and verbal and non-verbal communication theories. The primary aim is to uncover the intricate layers of meaning embedded in the poster’s visual elements and to shed light on the profound impact of visual communication in conveying the essence of the film before its audience. The analysis delves into the fusion of Javanese culture and the celebration of death, highlighting the poster’s role in encapsulating the richness of the tradition. The “Sewu Dino” film poster is a poignant example of how semiotics can be employed to unravel the intricate narrative threads in visual communication. In conclusion, this paper showcases how film posters encapsulate stories, emotions, and traditions, enticing audiences and inviting them to partake in a multi-layered cinematic journey.