• The Journal of the Korea Contents Association
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• v.21 no.12
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• pp.757-764
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• 2021

This study analyzes the signification structure and mythical meaning of Hirokazu Koreeda's documentary . In other words, by approaching the signification structure of the semiotic elements that constitute storytelling, the mythical meaning implied by is widely examined. It is to discuss the essential characteristics of the aesthetic form he is aiming for, and at the same time, to look at the aesthetic type that expands the meaning value of documentary storytelling. In particular, Hirokazu Koreeda uses typical and symbolic elements in harmoniously in the storytelling process. By applying such a dual aesthetic form, it effectively conveys the mythical meaning required in the times to the audience. Therefore, is a signification system that emits mythical meaning, and it reflects the aesthetic intention of Hirokazu Koreeda who has confidence in the imagination of the audience.