Marsudi, Muchammad Bayu Tejo Sampurno, Latif Nur Hasan, Tri Cahyo Kusumandyoko, I. Nyoman Larry Julianto
This qualitative research explores the complex domain of comedy films in Indonesia and Malaysia, revealing the subtle cultural conflicts embedded within their mise-en-scène. This study examines the transforming function of cross-border humour, drawing upon Alfred Gell's notion of the "technology of enchantment.". By thoroughly examining four specific humour approaches, namely Language, Logic, Identity and Action, this study sheds light on the interconnected relationship between cultural negotiations and the development of shared experiences. The analysis of these films unveils cross-cultural humour, as a form of enchanting technology skilfully utilised by filmmakers to overcome intricate cultural disparities. This research examines the role of humour as a tool of enchantment, which can transcend linguistic, cultural, and social barriers and bring about significant changes in transcultural contacts. These films effectively combine elements of horror with humour, integrating feelings of nostalgia and contemporary themes. They utilise animation as a medium to facilitate cultural discourse, highlighting humour's significant and intricate function in navigating cultural intricacies. The investigation highlights the capacity of cinematic narratives to skilfully integrate humour and cultural aspects into a captivating storyline, emphasising the effectiveness of cross-cultural humour as a captivating mechanism for navigating cultural complexities within the dynamic realm of Indonesian and Malaysian comedy films. © 2024, Center for Intercultural Studies, Polytechnic of Porto. All rights reserved.
Department of Design, Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Performing Arts, Faculty of Music and Performing Arts, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia; Department of Javanese Language and Literature, Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia; Faculty of Art and Design, Indonesian Institute of the Arts Denpasar, Indonesia
