THE MULTIMODAL TAPESTRY OF EMOTION: A FRAMEWORK FOR ANALYZING EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION IN FILM DISCOURSE

This article proposes a framework for analyzing the multimodal construction of emotion in film discourse, moving beyond a reliance solely on verbal cues to encompass the intricate interplay of visual, aural, and kinesthetic elements. Film, as a composite medium, utilizes a rich tapestry of semiotic resources to evoke and communicate emotions, drawing on the synergistic power of dialogue, facial expressions, body language, music, sound design, camera angles, lighting, and editing. We argue that understanding emotional expression in film requires a holistic approach that acknowledges the dynamic interaction of these diverse modes. This framework draws upon theories of multimodality, semiotics, and film studies to analyze how specific emotions are constructed through the strategic orchestration of various semiotic resources.