SOCIAL INEQUALITY IN THE MOVIE FANTASTIC MR. FOX

Avatara Bintang. 2024. Social Inequality in the Movie Fantastic Mr. Fox.
Final project, English Education Study Program, Faculty of Language and
Arts Education, University of PGRI Semarang. Advisor I: Rr. Festi Himatu
Karima S.S., M.Hum. Advisor II: Indri Kustantinah, S.S., M.Hum.
Keywords: social inequality, social stratification, Max Weber, class, status,
conflict
This research examined social inequality and the resulting conflicts in the
movie "Fantastic Mr. Fox." The objectives were to identify and analyze the
portrayal of social inequality within the film using Max Weber’s theory of
social stratification. Using descriptive qualitative method, the study involved
detailed analysis of the movie script to uncover these themes. The findings
revealed that the farmers, representing the upper class, oppress the animal
community, which symbolizes the lower class. This dynamic led to various
conflicts, highlighting the struggles and resistance of the underprivileged
against the powerful. Film analysis demonstrated how animated films can
reflect real-world social hierarchies. In conclusion, the research provided a
deeper understanding of the use of popular media to comment on societal
issues and emphasizes the importance of empathy and collective action to
address inequality. This study contributes to the field by showcasing the
potential of animated films as tools for social commentary and education.
This study highlights the capacity of animated films to serve as effective
mediums for social critique, urging viewers to recognize and challenge
societal inequalities. The findings underscore the necessity for empathy and
collective action in addressing systemic oppression.