Analyzing Rachel Chu in Crazy Rich Asians Using Face Negotiation Theory for Teaching Material Development Cross-Cultural Understanding
Keywords:
Cross-Cultural Understanding, Crazy Rich Asians, Face Negotiation Theory, Rachel ChuAbstract
This study examines the character of Rachel Chu in the movie Crazy Rich Asians, utilising Face
Negotiation Theory, formulated by Stella Ting-Toomey. The movie depicts a cultural conflict
between Rachel, a Chinese-American woman with an individualistic upbringing, and her lover
Nick Young's family, who embody a collectivist East Asian society. The cultural conflict
encompasses disparities in values, perceptions of social hierarchy, and methods of preserving and
negotiating "face" during conflict scenarios. This research aims to determine the cultural conflicts
Rachel encounters, the origins of these conflicts, and the reasons for their occurrence. This research
employs a descriptive qualitative methodology utilising a narrative analysis framework. The
results indicate that Rachel uses self-face to mutual-face tactics to address cultural constraints from
Nick's family, and through intercultural communication adaptation, she effectively navigates the
issue while preserving her identity. The research enhances comprehension of cross-cultural
communication, particularly in intercultural relationships and marriage. It underscores the
significance of cultural awareness in conflict resolution and fostering understanding among
individuals from diverse origins.
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