FAILED JUSTICE OF JAMIE WALLACE IN GLUCK’S Failed Justice Of Jamie Wallace In Gluck’s Friends With Benefits (2011): A Marxist Approach.

FAILED JUSTICE OF JAMIE WALLACE IN GLUCK’S
FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS (2011): A MARXIST APPROACH

RESEARCH PAPER
Submitted as a Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements
for Getting Bachelor Degree of Education
in English Department

by:
Rina Novi Wulandari
A 320080046

SCHOOL OF TEACHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
MUHAMMADIYAH UNIVERSITY OF SURAKARTA
2012

APPROVAL
FAILED JUSTICE OF JAMIE WALLACE IN GLUCK’S
FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS (2011):

A MARXIST APPROACH

by:

RINA NOVI WULANDARI
A 320 080 046

Approved to be Examined by the Consultant Team

Consultant I

Consultant II

(Dr. Phil. Dewi Candraningrum, S.Pd, M.Ed)

(Titis Setyabudi, S.S, M.Hum)

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ACCEPTANCE
FAILED JUSTICE OF JAMIE WALLACE IN GLUCK’S

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS (2011):

A MARXIST APPROACH

by

RINA NOVI WULANDARI
A 320 080 046
Accepted and Approved by the Board of Examiners
School of Teacher Training and Education
Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta
on ……… …..2012

Team of Examiners:
1. Dr. Phil. Dewi Candraningrum, S.Pd, M.Ed. (……………………..)
(Chair Person)
2. Titis Setyabudi S.S, M.Hum.
(Member I)

(……………………..)

3.

(……………………..)

Drs. Abdillah Nugroho, M. Hum.
(Member II)

Dean,

Drs. H. Sofyan Anif, M.Si.
NIK. 547

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TESTIMONY

I hereby assert that there is no plagiarism in this research paper. There are
no works that have been submitted to obtain the bachelor degree and as far as I am
concerned there is no opinion that has been written or published before, except the

written references which are referred in this paper and mentioned in the
bibliography. If any incorrectness is proved in the future dealing with my
statement above, I will be fully responsible.

Surakarta,

Rina Novi Wulandari
NIM: A 320 080 046

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MOTTO

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor
touched... but are felt in the heart
(Helen Keller)

Trying without praying is arrogant, praying without trying is a lie
(the writer)

You have endure caterpilars if you to see butterflies
(Antoine De Saint)

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DEDICATION

This research paper is dedicated to:
 Allah SWT, the Supreme Being;
Praise to Allah SWT

 My beloved parents,

What I have done is just for you.
 My

beloved

sister,

cousin,

nephews and aunts,
Who

have

supported

me

and

helped me in any moment.
 My beloved “Tholee Tcah Bagoes”,
who has given me affection.
 My beloved friends.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Assalamu’alaikum Wr.Wb.
First, the writer would like to praise to Allah SWT, the Lord of universe,
for blessing and guiding the writer in finishing the research paper to get bachelor
degree. The writer also realizes that this amazing moment cannot come true
without the help and support of other people. Therefore, she would like to express
her great gratitude to:
1. Drs. Sofyan Anif, M.Si., as the Dean of School of Teacher Training and
Education of Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta for giving approval to
carry out this research paper,
2. Dr. Phil. Dewi Candraningrum, S.Pd, M.Ed as her first consultant for her
invaluable and indispensable guidance in accomplishing this research paper
right from the start,
3. Titis Setyabudi, S.S, M.Hum, as the Head of English Education Department
and her second consultant, who has permitted her to write this research paper,
4. Prof. Dr. Endang Fauziati, M.Hum, as the academic consultant at
Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta,
5. All lecturers in English Education Department especially for Titis
Setyabudi, S.S, M.Hum, thanks a lot for teaching her this so far,

6. Her parents Mrs. Surati and Mr. Susilo Warkin for the prayers, loves,
support, and spirit,

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7. Her dearly beloved big family: sister, cousin, and nephews Amel, Fadhilah,
Esa, Yoga, Thomas, grandma, grandpa, and aunt for their support, pray,
and care,
8. Her beloved “Tholee Tcah Bagoes” for affection and support,
9. Her soul mate Black Supra X “my Suprie”, Rina’s Acer 4736, Toshiba
flash disk 8GB, Samsung Genoa GT C3510, ALFALINK El-638Ts,
Vodafone USB modem Stick, Loading comp. for their contribution and
cooperation,
10. All her friends Ticka, Pandu, Isna, Arum, Ilham, Shenly, Witri,
Tanti, Cahya, Tutik, and B class for togetherness and supporting her
to finish this paper,
11. Her big family in

“An-Nur” Pipin, Rima, Maya, Gembul, Risqa,

Risqi, Rike, Atique, Rindha thanks for all of the support,
12. Those who cannot be mentioned one by one toward their support to the writer
in completing this research paper.
Finally, the writer realizes that there are many weaknesses in this research
paper. This is caused by the limitation in her capability and knowledge. Therefore,
all criticism and suggestion are highly expected.
Wassalamu’alaikum Wr. Wb.
Surakarta, Juli 2012

Rina Novi Wulandari
NIM: A 320 080 046

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TABLE OF CONTENT

Page
COVER .................................................................................................................... i
APPROVAL ........................................................................................................... ii
TESTIMONY ........................................................................................................ iii

MOTTO .................................................................................................................. iv
DEDICATION ........................................................................................................ vi
ACKNOWLEDGMENT ...................................................................................... vii
TABLE OF CONTENT ......................................................................................... ix
LIST OF FIGURE ................................................................................................ xiii
SUMMARY ........................................................................................................... xvi
CHAPTER 1

:

INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 1
A. Background of the Study................................................ 1
B. Literature Review ........................................................... 8
C. Problem Statement ......................................................... 9
D. Limitation of the Study .................................................. 9
E. Objective of the Study.................................................... 9
F. Benefits of the Study ...................................................... 9
1.Theoretical Benefit .......................................................9
2.Practical Benefit ..........................................................10
G. Research Method ............................................................10

1. Type of the Study ..................................................... 10
2. Type of the Data and the Data Source ..................... 10

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3. Object of the Study.................................................... 11
4. Technique of the Data Collection ............................ 11
5. Technique of the Data Analysis ............................... 11
H. Research Paper Organization ........................................ 12

CHAPTER II

:

UNDERLYING THEORY ............................................... 13
A. Notion of Marxism ........................................................ 13
B. Major principles of Marxism ........................................ 14
1. Dialectical Materialism ............................................ 14
2. Historical Materialism............................................... 15
3. Class Struggle .......................................................... 16
4. Alienation .................................................................. 17
5. Revolution ................................................................. 17
C. Theory of Justice ........................................................... 18
D. Structural Elements of the Movie ..................................19
E. Theoretical Application ................................................. 27

CHAPTER III

:

AMERICAN SOCIETY IN THE TURN OF THE
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY ......................................... 28
A. Social Aspect ................................................................. 28
B. Economic Aspect ...........................................................35
C. Political Aspect ..............................................................37
D. Cultural Aspect...............................................................38
E. Religious Aspect ............................................................40

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F. Science and Technology Aspect ....................................41
CHAPTER IV :

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF FRIENDS WITH
BENEFITS ......................................................................... 44
A. Structural Elements of the Movie................................... 44
1. Narative Elements ......................................................44
a. Character and Characterization ...............................44
b. Setting......................................................................58
c. Plot...........................................................................61
d. Point of View ..........................................................63
e. Theme ......................................................................63
2. Technical Elements ....................................................65
a. Casting .....................................................................65
b. Mise-en-Scene .........................................................65
c. Cinematography ......................................................72
d. Sound.......................................................................74
e. Editing .....................................................................75
B. Discussion .......................................................................76

CHAPTER V

: MARXIST ANALYSIS........................................................80
A.Marxist Analysis ...............................................................80
1. Dialectical Materialism ................................................80
2. Historical Materialism .................................................84
3. Class Struggle ..............................................................87

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4. Alienation .....................................................................88
5. Revolution ....................................................................90
B. Theory of Justice ..............................................................92
a. Distributive Justice .......................................................92
b. Retributive Justice ........................................................94
C. Discussion .......................................................................95

CHAPTER VI

:

CONCLUSION AND SUGGESTION ............................ 99
A. Conclusion...................................................................... 99
B. Suggestion ..................................................................... 100

BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDIXES
SYNOPSIS

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LIST OF FIGURE

Figure. 1. Jammie Wallace ...................................................................................... 45
Figure. 2. Jammie is sexy girl ................................................................................. 46
Figure. 3. Jammie at GQ ......................................................................................... 46
Figure. 4. Jammie’s Activity (1) ............................................................................ 47
Figure. 5. Jammie’s Activity (2) ............................................................................. 47
Figure. 6. The way of behaving humorist of Jammie ............................................ 47
Figure. 7. Dylan Harper (1) .................................................................................... 48
Figure. 8. Dylan Harper (2) .................................................................................... 48
Figure. 9. Dylan’s Activity (1) ............................................................................... 50
Figure. 10. Dylan’s Activity (2) .............................................................................. 50
Figure. 11. Dylan’s Activity (3) .............................................................................. 50
Figure. 12. Parker .................................................................................................... 50
Figure. 13. Parker’s Activity .................................................................................. 51
Figure. 14. Annie ................................................................................................... 52
Figure. 15. Annie’s Activity ................................................................................... 53
Figure. 16. Mr. Harper ........................................................................................... 54
Figure. 17. Mr. Harper’s Activity .......................................................................... 54
Figure. 18. Lorna ..................................................................................................... 55
Figure. 19. Lorna’s Activity ................................................................................... 56
Figure. 20. Tommy.................................................................................................. 56
Figure. 21. Tommy’s Activity ................................................................................ 57

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Figure. 22. Era of Obama ....................................................................................... 58
Figure. 23. New York airport .................................................................................. 59
Figure. 24. GQ Office ............................................................................................ 59
Figure. 25. Hollywood LA ..................................................................................... 60
Figure. 26. Dylan’s Home ..................................................................................... 60
Figure. 27. Jacque’s Restaurant ............................................................................ 61
Figure. 28. Set Dressing and Props in House ......................................................... 66
Figure. 29. Set Dressing and Props in GQ Office ................................................... 67
Figure. 30. Set Dressing and Props in Jacque’s Restaurant ................................... 67
Figure. 31. Minimalise Make-Up of Jammie (1) .................................................... 68
Figure. 32. Minimalise Make-Up of Jammie (2) .................................................... 68
Figure. 33. Minimalise Make-Up of Jammie (3) .................................................... 68
Figure. 34. Dark Lighting ....................................................................................... 69
Figure. 35. Bright Lighting ................................................................................... 69
Figure. 36. Source of Lighting .............................................................................. 70
Figure. 37. Color of Lighting ................................................................................ 70
Figure. 38. Frontal Lighting ................................................................................... 71
Figure. 39. Side Lighting .........................................................................................71
Figure. 40. Back Lighting ........................................................................................72
Figure. 41. Under and Top Lighting ........................................................................72
Figure. 42. Straight Angle ........................................................................................73
Figure. 43. High Angle ............................................................................................73
Figure. 44. Low Angle .............................................................................................73

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Figure. 45. Close-Up ................................................................................................74
Figure. 46. Medium Close-Up .................................................................................74
Figure. 47. Medium Shot ........................................................................................ 74
Figure. 48. Long Shot ............................................................................................ 74
Figure. 49. Axis of Action (1) ................................................................................ 75
Figure. 50. Axis of Action (2) ................................................................................ 75
Figure. 51. Establishing Shot (1) ........................................................................... 75
Figure. 52. Establishing Shot (2) ........................................................................... 75
Figure. 53. A Reverse Shot (1)................................................................................ 76
Figure. 54. A Reverse Shot (2) ............................................................................... 76
Figure. 55. Match of Action (1) .............................................................................. 76
Figure. 56. Match of Action (2) ............................................................................. 76
Figure. 57. Dylan approved the contract ................................................................. 81
Figure. 58. Jammie overhears the Dylan’s and Annie’s Conversation .................. 82
Figure. 59. Dylan catches up with Jammie and tells her how he really feels ......... 83
Figure. 60. Agreement in Bible .............................................................................. 84
Figure. 61. Jammie says goodbye with Dylan and family .......................................85
Figure. 62. Dylan is do not care with Jammie (1) ....................................................86
Figure. 63. Dylan is do not care with Jammie (2) ....................................................86
Figure. 64. Jammie at NY Airport ..........................................................................89
Figure. 65. Jammie talks about her feeling ..............................................................91

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SUMMARY
RINA NOVI WULANDARI. A 320 080 046. FAILED JUSTICE OF JAMIE
WALLACE IN GLUCK’S FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS (2011): A
MARXIST APPROACH. RESEARCH PAPER. SCHOOL OF TEACHER
TRAINING AND EDUCATION MUHAMMADIYAH UNIVERSITY OF
SURAKARTA. 2012
This study is aimed to show the search of failed justice of Jammie Wallace
in Friends with Benefits movie (2011). The objective of this study is to analyze
the film based on the structural analysis and based on the Marxist approach to
analyze the failed justice in Friends with Benefits.
The writer uses Class Struggle major point of Marxist to answer the
problem of the study. The study is descriptive qualitative research which data are
taken from script and pictures in Friends with Benefits. The technique of
analyzing data is descriptive analysis.
The study comes to the following conclusions. First, based on the
structural analysis of each elements, it shows that the character and
characterization, plot, setting, point of view, theme, casting, mise-en-scene,
cinematography, sound, and editing are related to each other and form the unity.
Second, based on the Marxist analysis, Justice is important for any person in life
to maintain her rights. Will Gluck wants to convey a moral message that everyone
is entitled to get their right. Failure to obtain the right about the one’s feeling is
oppression mental. Jammie feeling was suppressed by Dylan. In the end, Dylan is
already aware strummed the Jammie’s feelings.

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