Mitos Maskulinitas Pada Tokoh Utama (Analisis Semiotika Roland Barthes Dalam Film Jakarta Vs Everybody)

Using Roland Barthes' semiotic techniques, this research focuses on examining the myth of masculinity in the 2020 film "Jakarta Vs Everybody". By using the critical paradigm and Barthes' semiotic theory to determine denotation, connotation and myth, the approach used is a qualitative descriptive study. The purpose of this research is to examine how Dominik, the main character, represents the myth of masculinity in various film scenes using verbal, visual and nonverbal cues. Research findings show that this film has a latent (invisible) myth of masculinity. As the main character, Dominik is symbolized by a number of symbols that, in addition to spoken words and nonverbal cues, physically depict what it means to be a man. Several myths about masculinity emerged from this research, such as the need to be tough in facing life's challenges, have a positive attitude towards self-development, and be persistent in achieving goals. The results of this research provide a new perspective on the mythical conception of masculinity in Indonesian society, especially in the action drama film genre. This film strengthens previous research findings that show how, semiotically, films can depict social myths. As a result, the film “Jakarta Vs. Everybody” in 2020 makes a positive contribution by displaying the characteristics of the myth of masculinity which can encourage the next generation to endure life's challenges, develop themselves and pursue their dreams.