The purpose of this research is to know the identity formation of the main
character in the film by using identity statuses theory. The writer used qualitative
descriptive analysis method. The writer did some procedure such as; watched the
film several times, analyzed the data and learnt the dialogues and the visual from
the film. From the analysis of this film, the writer found that the main character’s
identity formation related to James E. Marcia’s identity statuses theory. There are
identity diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement. The writer
analyzed that the process of identity formation in “Northern Soul” film was
presented through the main character, John Clark. The process of exploration was
seen as John Clark’s struggle to get the commitment. The identity formation into a
“soul boy” was shown by John Clark character’s relationship with the
environment of northern soul where he got involved until he got the identity
achievement.

SI16012

SKR BSI 2016 012

Perpustakaan FAH (Skripsi BSI)

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