35.2281, Calls: The 19th International Pragmatics Conference - Panel: Relevance and Interpretation of Multimodal Figurative Language in Cartoons

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Subject: 35.2281, Calls: The 19th International Pragmatics Conference - Panel: Relevance and Interpretation of Multimodal Figurative Language in Cartoons

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Date: 14-Aug-2024
From: Diana Popa [dpopa at uvm.edu]
Subject: The 19th International Pragmatics Conference - Panel: Relevance and Interpretation of Multimodal Figurative Language in Cartoons

Full Title: The 19th International Pragmatics Conference - Panel:
Relevance and Interpretation of Multimodal Figurative Language in
Cartoons
Short Title: IPrA

Date: 22-Jun-2025 - 27-Jun-2025
Location: Brisbane, Australia, Australia
Contact Person: Diana Popa
Meeting Email: dpopa at uvm.edu
Web Site: https://pragmatics.international/page/CfP2025

Linguistic Field(s): Cognitive Science; Pragmatics

Call Deadline: 01-Nov-2024

Meeting Description:

Panel: Relevance and Interpretation of Multimodal Figurative Language
in Cartoons

Call for Papers:

Animated cartoons offer a rich multimodal format that has become
increasingly relevant in today’s mediascape, where the integration of
various forms of communication—visual, auditory, and textual—creates a
highly engaging and versatile medium. The advancement of technology
has expanded the capabilities of animation, allowing for intricate
combinations of imagery, sound, and dialogue that can convey complex
messages and stimulate creativity. This multimodality not only
enhances the storytelling experience but also engages audiences more
deeply by providing multiple layers of meaning and interpretation,
making animated cartoons a powerful tool for communication and
expression in the digital age. While the literature discussing the
complexities of animated cartoons is expanding, there remains a
significant gap in the methodological analysis of the pragma-semiotic
constituent elements that make this genre so relevant today. Despite
the growing recognition of the intricate interplay between pragmatic
and semiotic aspects in animation, comprehensive frameworks for
systematically analyzing how these elements coalesce to create
meaningful and engaging content are still underdeveloped. A deeper
understanding of the pragmatic cues and semiotic symbols within
animated cartoons is crucial for appreciating their role in
contemporary media and for developing effective methods to analyze
their impact on audiences across different cultural contexts. It is
with this in mind that we propose a panel that examines the intricate
interplay between Relevance Theory, figurative language, and
multimodality in animated cartoons. By exploring these interconnected
elements, the panel aims to provide a deeper understanding of how
cartoons convey complex meanings and engage audiences through a blend
of verbal, visual, and auditory cues. This examination will illuminate
how Relevance Theory can be applied to decode the layered messages in
cartoons, and how figurative language, when combined with multimodal
communication, enriches the viewer's interpretive experience. Through
this panel, we hope to foster a comprehensive dialogue that not only
addresses the current gaps in scholarly research but also paves the
way for innovative methodological approaches to analyzing the
multifaceted nature of animated cartoons in the digital age. We invite
all scholars and practitioners interested in Relevance Theory,
pragmatics, multimodality, and animated cartoons to submit their
proposals for this engaging and timely panel. Some of the topics for
the current panel include but are not limited to:

 - Relevance, cognitive economy and multimodal communication
 - Contextual modulation in multimodal cartoons
 - Visual salience and relevance in animated metaphors
 - Relevance, narrative coherence & multimodal figurative language
 - Dynamic inference processes in multimodal cartoons
 - Cognitive accessibility & multimodal figurative expression
 - Implicit communication & emotional resonance
 - Relevance-driven choices in multimodal cartoons
 - Temporal dynamics of multimodal metaphors in cartoons
 - Cross-modal effects and relevance in animated metaphors
 - Cognitive & pragmatic functions
 - Relevance and the evolution of multimodal metaphors
 - Relevance, multimodality, and cultural metaphors in cartoons

Presentation Format
 • 20-minute oral presentation
 • 10-minute discussion

Abstract Submission
 • Submit by November 1, 2024, via the conference website:
 • Corresponding author must be an IPrA member
 • Word count: 350-500 words
 • Include: Research purpose, questions, design, method, findings, and
implications
 • Share your research with a global audience of pragmatics experts
 • Receive valuable feedback on your work
 • Contribute to a stimulating and interdisciplinary discussion.

Please submit your abstract by November 1, 2024.

For inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Diana E. Popa dpopa at uvm.edu

We look forward to receiving your submissions!

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