Donkey: "Wah, dia mah lagi ngamuk-ngamuk tuh." Shrek: "Emang kelihatan kan?!"

This paper examines the Indonesian dubbing of DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek (2001). As an animated film that relies heavily on satire, pop-culture references, and linguistic wordplay, Shrek presents significant challenges for localization. By analyzing specific scenes and dialogue transfers from English to Indonesian, this study explores how dubbing strategies—specifically domestication and foreignization—were employed to maintain comedic timing and narrative coherence for Indonesian audiences. The analysis suggests that the Indonesian version prioritizes "local flavor" (kearifan lokal) through the use of colloquial Jakartan Malay (Bahasa Gaul), successfully bridging the cultural gap despite the loss of specific Western pop-culture nuances.

Shrek 1 Dubbing Indonesia is a testament to the power of dubbing in making films more accessible to diverse audiences. The film's talented voice cast, careful translation, and attention to detail made it a huge success in Indonesia, cementing its place as a beloved classic in the country's cinematic landscape. As a cultural phenomenon, Shrek 1 Dubbing Indonesia continues to entertain and inspire new generations of fans, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Shrek franchise.