Author(s): Pournamy Prasad, N. Ravikumar

Abstract: Many people in this world suffer from various type of learning disorders. Dyslexia is one such condition with which a lot of people struggle. This abstract presents a psycholinguistic analysis of the films, Taare Zameen Par and Mical exploring the portrayal of language development and its psychological implications. Drawing on psycholinguistic theory, this analysis examines how language acquisition, communication disorders, and the socio-emotional aspects of language are depicted in these cinematic narratives. Psycholinguistics theory is a multidisciplinary field that studies the relationship between language and the mind including how people produce comprehend and acquire language. Dyslexia is a condition that often intersects with the field of psycholinguistics and it examines how this condition affects various aspects of language processing, such as phonological awareness, decoding skills, reading fluency and comprehension. Psycholinguistics theory helps to understand the underlying cognitive processes involved in reading and language difficulties experienced by individuals with dyslexia. The movie Taare Zameen Par and Mical portrays different perspectives on dyslexia highlighting the challenges and strength of individuals with the condition and promoting awareness of understanding. Through the analysis of these movies, this abstract underscore the power of cinema as a medium for exploring the intricacies of language and cognition. By examining the portrayal of language development and communication in Taare Zameen Par and Mical through a psycholinguistic lens, this abstract offers insights into the complex interplay between language, cognition, and culture, enriching our understanding of the human experience.

Keywords: Cognitive Process, Communication Disorders, Dyslexia, Learning Disorders, Psycholinguistics.

Article Info: Received: 01 Feb 2024; Received in revised form: 05 Mar 2024; Accepted: 22 Mar 2024; Available online: 02 Apr 2024

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.92.16