EXPLORING IDIOMATIC EXPRESSIONS IN BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY MOVIE

Abstract

This research aims to conduct a thorough examination of idiomatic expressions found in the film "Bohemian Rhapsody." The primary objectives of this study involve categorizing these idiomatic expressions systematically and exploring their meanings as depicted in the movie. To achieve these goals, the study integrates two key theoretical frameworks. First, it adopts Odell & McCarthy's (2010) categorization theory of idiomatic expressions. Second, it incorporates Leech's (1981) theory on semantics, which focuses on delving into the meaning of idiomatic expressions, enabling a profound interpretation of the idiomatic expressions woven into the narrative of "Bohemian Rhapsody." The research employs an observation method as its primary approach for data collection, involving various stages such as script analysis, documentation, and classification of idiomatic phrases and sentences from the film. The data analysis follows a descriptive qualitative method. The findings of this analysis reveal a diverse range of idiomatic expressions in "Bohemian Rhapsody," including similes, binomials, proverbs, euphemisms, clichés, and fixed statements, each offering rich and multifaceted meanings. This in-depth exploration significantly enhances our comprehension of the utilization of idiomatic expressions in cinematic discourse.