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The Role of Figurative Language and Humor In Shaping Narrative Depth In Movie Free Guy

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Christian Marchel Jonathans(1Mail), Farhan Ramadhan Halimun(2), Faisal F(3),
(1) Program Studi Sastra Inggris Fakultas Komunikasi dan Bahasa Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika Jakarta,
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The purpose of this paper is to analyze the role of figurative language and humor in shaping narrative depth in Free Guy. Figurative language, which includes metaphor, simile, and hyperbole, enhances the narrative by providing abstract concepts with a relatable and creative dimension, whereas humor adds layers of meaning to the film's characters and story. This study employed a descriptive qualitative method, focusing on the dialogues and scenes from *Free Guy*. The researcher conducted multiple viewings of the film and performed library and Internet research to gather supporting theoretical and linguistic data. The findings revealed the following: (1) Figurative language, such as metaphors and hyperboles, is used to highlight the contrast between the virtual and real worlds, contributing to the themes of identity and autonomy. (2) Humor, particularly irony and satire, is employed to engage audiences in exploring existential themes. The moral messages conveyed by Free Guy include the importance of self-awareness, autonomy, and the value of individuality. This study demonstrates that figurative language and humor play crucial roles in enhancing the complexity and depth of film narratives, particularly in action-comedy genres.


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Figurative language, humor, narrative depth, film analysis, *Free Guy*, metaphor, irony, identity, autonomy, action-comedy genre, linguistic analysis.

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