"Methods and Patterns of Semiotic Analysis in Cinematic Films: An Analytical Study of 'The Shawshank Redemption' Film"

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1 Faculty member (teacher), Department of Drama, College of Fine Arts, Yarmouk University (Jordan).

2 Assistant Professor / Department of Radio and Television, Faculty of Mass Communications Yarmouk University (Jordan).

10.21608/ejsc.2024.373241

Abstract

The study addressed the importance of applying semiotic analysis to cinematic films, which is among the most significant issues currently engaging critics. The study aims to explore the underlying messages and structures in one of the most important films in cinema history. It introduced a new semiotic analytical tool based on the Saussurean semiotic approach, marking a qualitative shift in linguistic and non-linguistic studies.
The significance of the study arises from the scarcity of research utilizing semiotic analysis in film studies, making it essential for understanding the deep structures and philosophical messages in cinema. The study focuses on analyzing "The Shawshank Redemption" film using semiotic tools to decipher symbols and profound messages in cinematic work.
The film highlights symbols of hope and transformation, evolving into a semiotic proclamation that requires viewers to decode the images and scenes. Through this understanding, a deep semiotic discourse can be recognized, discussing global themes such as resilience, human communication, and the quest for meaning within societal constraints.
 

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