Narrative Structure of Moral Messages in the Film Two Blue Lines: Pan and Kosicki Framing Analysis

Abstract

The film Two Blue Lines, directed by Gina S Noer, tells the story of an out-of-control teenager who has sexual relations which results in pregnancy. The film presents this dilemmatic problem and tries to insert moral values into it. In its narrative, this film caused controversy in society. This research examines the narrative structure presented through a qualitative methodological approach through Pan & Kosicki Framing Analysis. Through the perspective of framing theory, theory of the role of media in sex education, and moral theory. It was concluded that apart from functioning as entertainment, the film Dua Garis Biru also acts as an educational tool that can increase public awareness about the importance of sex education and family support. The moral message conveyed by this film is very relevant to social conditions in Indonesia, where the teenage pregnancy rate is still quite high. Therefore, it is important to continue to encourage discussion and education about these issues in order to reduce the rate of teenage pregnancy and the social stigma that often accompanies it.