Author

Magdalena Baga

Subject

- Budaya

Abstract

Toxic masculinity is a harmful masculinity caused by gender stereotypes which emphasizes three core points; toughness, anti-femininity, and power. The method in this study is qualitative and it used intrinsic approach to observe representation of toxic masculinity in Steve Rogers through the narrative elements of Captain America: The First Avenger film. The result showed Steve Rogers represented several characteristics of toxic masculinity including; 1) man must be tough, strong, and dare to take risk, 2) man must avoid expressing emotions, 3) man must pursue their ambitions by any means. Further, the existence of this research is expected can increase society awareness regarding toxic masculinity issue as the product of gender stereotypes, which can motivate man to hurt himself and others. Keywords: toxic masculinity, steve rogers, film

Publisher

Transformatika Journal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pengajarannya

Contributor

Nurul Istiqamah Istiqamah Kadekoh, Magdalena Baga, Rusni Podungge

Publish

2024

Material Type

ARTIKEL

Right

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