Abstract
This study researched the irony expression technique used in the genre of black comedy film <Don’t look up> released in 2021 on Netflix. Black comedy is a genre that has the purpose of criticism, and proper delivery of this critical viewpoint through films is critical in this genre. To expose the theme, a film <Don’t Look Up> makes full use of ironic expressions. The comical effect of these expressions maintain the light atmosphere of this film, while emphasizing the parts to be criticized. A variety of ironic expression techniques in this work are worth analyzing since they are used as devices that can convey its message well. The investigator uses the classification of irony by Lee, Jeonggook, which classifies irony into dramatic irony, plot irony, irony of character, irony of place, irony of music, etc., to analyze the ironic expression techniques used in this film. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the irony occurs and find what effect it has on the narrative which may be helpful of creating scenario.
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