Id, Ego, and Superego in The Movie John Wick (2014): A Character Analysis

Abstract

This study analyzes the character of John Wick in the film "John Wick" (2014) by using Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory which includes Id, Ego, and Superego. The method used is descriptive qualitative by collecting in-depth data on how these three personality elements influence Wick's actions and decisions. The results of the analysis show that John Wick's Id, which represents basic drives such as revenge and anger, triggers extreme actions after the death of his wife and the killing of his dog. Wick's ego acts as a mediator that considers the reality and consequences of his actions, seen in the systematic and planned way he carries out his revenge. Wick's Superego, which includes moral and ethical values, directs his actions to adhere to certain moral codes, such as respecting the rules of the Continental Hotel. Overall, the interaction between the Id, Ego, and Superego in John Wick shows that although his actions are driven by the desire for revenge, he is also guided by rational considerations and moral values. This research provides insight into how the main character's internal conflict can affect the behavior and plot development in the movie "John Wick" (2014).

Keywords: John Wick, Psychoanalysis, Id, Ego, Superego