EXPLORATION OF CULTURAL SPACES: A MULTIMODAL ANALYSIS OF ANGREJ BY SIMERJIT SINGH (2015)

Abstract

This research explores the Indian-Punjabi movie “Angrej” released in the year 2015, directed by Simerjit Singh, under the lens of multimodal theory. This study takes visual multimodal of Kress and Leuwen (1996) and Halliday model (1978 & 1985) as the theoretical framework. The purpose of this research is to analyze the functions of language i.e. meta-functions and visual grammar which is interpretation of texts used via dialogues and images in the movie. Also this research explores Punjabi culture of pre-partition times. By using qualitative methodology via semiotic lens this research examines the three types of meta-functions of multimodality that is interpersonal, conceptual and textual function and also visual grammar of symbolic resources used in Punjabi culture of pre-partition times in the movie. The findings of this research will provide the multimodal literacy via screen that meaning can also be conveyed through nonverbal communication i.e. expressions, images, songs and along with this, readers will get the knowledge of pre partition culture of Punjab.