The Psychodynamic of Main Character in A Man Called Otto Movie

The Psychodynamic of Main Character in A Man Called Otto Movie

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ABSTRACT

A person's personality is very important in living life. Psychological condition is one aspect that affects a person's mental health, influencing how they interact with others and cope with life's challenges. This study aims to analyze the psychodynamic aspects of the main character, Otto, in the movie A Man Called Otto, using psychodynamic theory as an analytical framework. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with content analysis method to identify key themes related to the concepts of Id, Ego, and Superego in Otto's behavior and interactions. Data was collected through in-depth observation of key scenes in the movie. The results showed that Otto's personality is a complex interplay of his Id, Ego, and Superego. His Id is evident in his confrontations with neighbors and suicide attempts. His Ego is manifested in his frequent help to neighbors. His Superego is reflected in his strict adherence to community rules and altruistic behavior, like sharing and helping other. These elements highlight how Otto's internal drives and external behaviors are shaped by his past traumas and ongoing struggles with depression.

 

ABSTRAK

Kepribadian seseorang sangat penting dalam menjalani kehidupan. Kondisi psikologis merupakan salah satu aspek yang mempengaruhi kesehatan mental seseorang, mempengaruhi bagaimana mereka berinteraksi dengan orang lain dan menghadapi tantangan hidup. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis aspek psikodinamika tokoh utama, Otto, dalam film A Man Called Otto, dengan menggunakan teori psikodinamika sebagai kerangka analisis. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan metode analisis isi untuk mengidentifikasi tema-tema utama yang berkaitan dengan konsep Id, Ego, dan Superego dalam perilaku dan interaksi Otto. Data dikumpulkan melalui observasi mendalam terhadap adegan-adegan kunci dalam film. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepribadian Otto merupakan interaksi yang kompleks antara Id, Ego, dan Superego. Id-nya terlihat jelas dalam konfrontasinya dengan tetangga dan upaya bunuh diri. Ego-nya dimanifestasikan dalam bantuan yang sering ia berikan kepada para tetangga. Superego-nya tercermin dalam kepatuhannya yang ketat terhadap aturan masyarakat dan perilaku altruistik, seperti berbagi dan membantu orang lain. Elemen-elemen ini menyoroti bagaimana dorongan internal dan perilaku eksternal Otto dibentuk oleh trauma masa lalunya dan perjuangannya melawan depresi.

• Katakunci Psychodynamic, Id, Ego, Superego, Qualitative Analysis
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