AN ANALYSIS OF FEMALE EMPOWERMENT IN ENOLA HOLMES 2
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https://doi.org/10.35842/jolali.v3i2.52Keywords:
character development, Enola Holmes 2, female empowerment, feminismAbstract
This article presents the portrayal of female empowerment in Enola Holmes 2 (2022), focusing on how the main character’s development reflects resistance to patriarchal norms in Victorian England. The aim is to examine how Enola’s growth embodies feminist values through her actions and relationships. During research, the qualitative descriptive method is used. Abrams’ (2015) theory of character development and Kabeer’s (1999) empowerment framework are used to analyze the film, focusing on resources, agency, and achievements. The analysis reveals 13 data points related to Enola’s character development: five on independence to collaboration, four on persistence to receptiveness, and four on growing social awareness. Four data points represent female empowerment: one for resources, two for agency, and one for achievements. The findings show that Enola’s transformation supports the film’s feminist message.
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