Kartini Princess Of Java Movie Represent The Significance Of Batik Truntum As A Symbolic Expression Worn By Parental Figures On The Wedding Day

Abstract

This study explores the significance of Batik Truntum as a symbolic expression worn by parental figures on the wedding day in the movie Kartini Princess of Java. Through a literature review approach, the study examines how the film portrays the cultural importance of Batik Truntum and its representation of Javanese marriage traditions. It  identifies  the cultural elements associated with Batik Truntum and analyze its incorporation in the movie. The findings highlight Batik Truntum's role as a symbol of harmony, balance, and unity within marital relationships in Javanese culture. In the movie Kartini Princess of Java, the characters are parental figures who wear Batik Truntum on their wedding day. The use of Batik Truntum in the film serves to illustrate the character’s devotion to their culture and the influence of culture on one's identity. The film captures Javanese customs, placing focus on family, values, culture, and the passing down of traditions. This analysis adds relevance to Javanese culture and their practices in modern society. It stresses the need to uphold traditions and cultural practices even when society uses them as symbols. The film serves as a vehicle for cultural diffusion focusing on the cultural appreciation of Batik Truntum and its use in Javanese weddings.