The inaugural issue of Cultural Narratives Journal, Volume 3, Number 1, released in August 2025, features a collection of 5 scholarly articles contributed by a total of 15 authors, from Indonesia. This edition marks the diversity and depth of cultural narratives explored within the Worldwide context, especially Indonesia, showcasing the rich academic contributions from a variety of perspectives. The research topics covered in span a range of the world to disseminate topics of cultural studies focusses on minorities, diversity, and group studies, that cover but are not limited to Indonesian cultural studies,  Literary criticism, Literary theory, Language studies, Linguistics, and Discourse Analysis

The inclusion of fifteen authors underscores the collaborative and inclusive nature of Cultural Narratives Journal, bringing together the expertise and insights of scholars from different backgrounds. The articles delve into diverse aspects of cultural narratives, shedding light on the intricate interplay between tradition and modernity in Local Culture and Global phenomenon. This inaugural volume sets a promising precedent for the journal, establishing itself as a platform for scholarly dialogue and exploration of cultural narratives within the Indonesian scholarly community and beyond.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1

Published: 2025-12-15

Representation of Social Inequality in the Film Shoplifters: A Semiotic Study of Roland Barthes

Azalea Danuta Korpas, Muhammad Zamroni , Ni Luh Ayu Sukmawati, Bambang Aris Kartika, Denny Antyo Hartanto

1-10

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1.1356

The Commodification of Woman's Bodies in Halo.Spice’s 18+ Culinary Content

Bryan Pragita, Muizzu Nurhadi, Sheila Puspa Ayu Saraswati Rudita; Lutfiah Indriani

11-24

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1.1074
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1.1090
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1.985
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59066/cn.v3i1.1457