THE REPRESENTATION OF LOVE IN THE TELEVISION SERIES “WEDNESDAY”: A SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF CONTEXTUAL MEANING

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This study explores the representation of love in the Netflix series Wednesday using a semantic approach with a qualitative descriptive method. The analysis focuses on contextual expressions of love conveyed through actions, tone, body language, and situational interactions rather than explicit verbal statements. By examining eight episodes and analyzing forty (40) contextual data excerpts, the study reveals that love in Wednesday is expressed through unconventional forms such as protective behavior, sarcasm, loyalty, and implicit care, reflecting the series’ gothic atmosphere. These contextual expressions extend beyond romantic relationships to include family bonds, friendship, and mutual dependence. The findings demonstrate that semantic analysis of contextual meaning uncovers deeper emotional layers often overlooked in traditional romantic portrayals, highlighting love as a complex and situational construct embedded in narrative and character dynamics.