Semiotics in "Keri": Unraveling the Emotional Language of Colors and Symbols
Introduction: Semiotics, the study of signs and symbols and their interpretation, plays a significant role in understanding the deeper meanings embedded in various forms of communication, including literature, cinema, and visual arts. The film "Keri" serves as an intriguing example of how semiotics is skillfully utilized to convey complex emotional narratives. Drawing inspiration from Roland Barthes' semiotic theories, this paper aims to analyze the film's use of colors and symbols to portray the intricate dynamics between characters, particularly the mother-daughter relationship, and how they are reconciled during the mango season. Roland Barthes' Semiotics: Roland Barthes, a prominent French theorist, developed a groundbreaking theory of semiotics. He argued that signs are used to communicate meanings, and these signs can be broken down into two components: the signifier (the physical form) and the signified (the concept or idea). Additionally, Barthes em...
