Psychological Facts with Carnival Spirit: Bakhtinian Analysis Of The Film ‘KANTARA’
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48047/c696ps08Keywords:
Carnival spirit, Bakhtin, Kantara, Folk culture, Grotesque realism, Cultural hierarchy, Cultural anthropologyAbstract
This comprehensive research presents an extensive analysis of Rishab Shetty's groundbreaking film Kantara
(2022) through the theoretical framework of Mikhail Bakhtin's concept of chronotope and carnivalesque
theory. The research examines the intricate ways in which the film incorporates and transforms traditional
elements of folk culture, ritual performances, and social hierarchies to create a narrative that embodies
fundamental Bakhtinian concepts including the grotesque body, carnival laughter, and the temporary
suspension of societal norms. Through meticulous analysis of the film's visual imagery, narrative structure,
and cultural context, this study demonstrates how Kantara serves as a contemporary manifestation of
carnivalesque traditions in cinema while simultaneously addressing crucial social and ecological issues within
Indian society. The research employs a qualitative approach, focusing on carnivalesque elements, cultural
studies, and film theory to explore how the film's representation of the Daiva-Kola ritual creates a unique
cinematic space where traditional hierarchies are simultaneously challenged and reinforced.
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