The Symbolic Meaning of the Jasmine Ronce Necklace in the Film "Jumbo" (2025): Roland Barthes' Semiotic Analysis

Authors

  • Nur Afni Rachman Politeknik Negeri Jember
  • Peni Arianita Wardani Politeknik Negeri Jember
  • Muhamad Farhan Politeknik Negeri Jember

Keywords:

Semiotic, Roland Barthes, Film, Cultural Symbol

Abstract

Film, in its narrowest definition, refers to the presentation of images on a large screen; however, in a broader context, it may also encompass those broadcast on television. As a mass medium, film is a complex form of audiovisual art. This study employs Roland Barthes' semiotic approach to explore the symbolic significance of the jasmine ronce necklace in Ryan Adriandy's film "Jumbo." The analysis is conducted through two levels: denotation and connotation, along with the concept of myth. The jasmine ronce necklace is interpreted not merely as a physical object but as a cultural and ideological signifier. Findings from this study reveal that the jasmine ronce necklace embodies spiritual meaning, the sanctity of love, and emotional depth, which together construct cultural myths within the Indonesian context.

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2025-10-29

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Rachman, N. A., Wardani, P. A., & Farhan, M. (2025). The Symbolic Meaning of the Jasmine Ronce Necklace in the Film "Jumbo" (2025): Roland Barthes’ Semiotic Analysis. Journal of English in Academic and Professional Communication, 12(1), 30–43. Retrieved from https://publikasi.polije.ac.id/jeapco/article/view/6503

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Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): January (In Progress)

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