Makna Toxic Relationship dalam Film Ipar Adalah Maut: Analisis Resepsi Penonton Berdasarkan Teori Stuart Hall

Abstract

The phenomenon of toxic relationships is increasingly becoming a topic of public discussion, both in real life and on digital platforms. This study analyzes the representation of toxic relationships in the Indonesian film Ipar Adalah Maut (2024) and examines audience interpretations based on Stuart Hall's coding/decoding theory. Using a qualitative descriptive method, this study explores how audiences construct meaning from the film's depiction of emotional manipulation, domination, and broken trust in intimate relationships. The findings highlight that audience interpretations vary depending on their cultural backgrounds and personal experiences, illustrating how media texts can simultaneously reproduce and challenge social norms. This study shows that the representation of toxic relationships in Ipar Adalah Maut not only reflects real social issues but also shapes diverse meanings among audiences.