Daniar Wikan Setyanto, Tjetjep Rohendi Rohidi, Toto Haryadi, Sumbo Tinarbuko, Auria Farantika Yogananti, Eszter Tari

Representation and Ideology of Feminism in the Remake of the First Indonesian Heroine Character "Sri Asih"

Introduction

Representation and ideology of feminism in the remake of the first indonesian heroine character "sri asih". Explore the representation and feminist ideology in the 'Sri Asih' remake, Indonesia's first heroine. Analyze her challenge to patriarchal culture, promotion of gender equality, and empowerment of women.

Abstract

The figure of Sri Asih became a pioneer in the symbolism of women's strength free from the influence of marital status, which was a reaction to the strong patriarchal culture in Indonesia. The figure of Sri Asih was then remade by Studio Bumi Langit and shown in Indonesian cinemas in 2022. The figure of Sri Asih was chosen because she is the first superhero figure from Indonesia. The aspects studied are the elements that form an identity, such as the representation of beauty, characteristics, and the role of women that appear in the figure of Sri Asih. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method and John Fiske's code theory. The urgency of this study is to reveal how the figure of Sri Asih is able to reconstruct the values ​​of women's identity in Indonesian society in the millennial era. The purpose is to explain what codes of reality, representation, and ideology exist in the figure of Sri Asih, and the research study results are the ideas for applying John Fiske's code theory to the figure of Sri Asih. In conclusion, the ideology of feminism in the character of Sri Asih is represented in the form of women's empowerment, gender equality, rejection of violence against women and the collapse of gender stereotypes.

Review

This study tackles a highly relevant and timely subject: the representation and ideological underpinnings of feminism within the remake of Indonesia's pioneering superheroine, Sri Asih. The abstract clearly establishes the significance of Sri Asih as a symbol of female strength challenging patriarchal norms and highlights the value of examining such a cultural icon in the contemporary "millennial era." The research question is well-defined, focusing on the elements of identity, and the choice of John Fiske's code theory provides a robust semiotic framework for analyzing media texts, promising insightful deconstruction of how feminist values are encoded within the character. While the premise is strong, certain aspects of the abstract could benefit from further elaboration to enhance clarity and demonstrate the study's rigor. The "descriptive qualitative method" is a broad category; a more precise indication of the specific analytical techniques employed alongside Fiske's code theory would strengthen the methodological description. Additionally, the statement "the research study results are the ideas for applying John Fiske's code theory to the figure of Sri Asih" is somewhat ambiguous. Typically, the results emerge *from* the application of the theory, rather than being the *ideas for* its application. Clarifying this distinction – whether the paper primarily demonstrates the theory's utility or presents substantive findings *derived* from its application – would be beneficial. Furthermore, while the conclusion is powerful, listing specific feminist outcomes, the abstract doesn't fully explain *how* the codes of reality, representation, and ideology specifically uncover these complex tenets within the film. Despite these minor points for refinement, this research holds considerable potential to contribute significantly to the fields of Indonesian cultural studies, media studies, and feminist discourse. By meticulously analyzing a prominent female figure in popular culture, the study offers valuable insights into the ongoing reconstruction of women's identity and the evolving perception of feminism in Indonesia. A more detailed elucidation of the methodological implementation and a clearer articulation of how Fiske's codes directly lead to the strong conclusions presented would undoubtedly strengthen the paper's impact and solidify its scholarly contribution. This is an important and pertinent study for understanding gender dynamics in contemporary Indonesian media.

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