This study examines how the controversial historical figure Marie Antoinette is reconstructed as a victim of a misogynistic social system in the historical drama film Marie Antoinette (2006). This research employs a descriptive qualitative method, using the Semiotics of Cinema theory by Johannes Ehrat and the concept of misogyny by Kate Manne. The main data of this research include cinematic signs captured from the film through purposive sampling, in the form of selected screen captures. The results reveal a fresh perspective conveyed through narrative enunciation, that the depiction is not merely the life story of Marie Antoinette, but also about how the queen becomes a victim of a broader system of misogyny. Additionally, this research also explains the four manifestations of misogyny, which highlight how Marie Antoinette could be seen as a victim of it. Therefore, these findings suggest the urge to re-examine Marie Antoinette within a larger context, recognizing how deeply rooted misogyny has shaped her portrayal, especially in the media.
