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Essay / Analysis of the Cowherd's Wife and Edward Scissorhands
In this film, Burton sufficiently juxtaposes the opening scene with the suburban and colorful houses with the bland monotony of the gloomy castle. The colors Burton uses are intended to show the juxtaposition between the two different worlds. Very bright pastel colors are used in the suburban town, compared to the dark, melancholic colors used to represent Edward's home and world. Burton conveys to the audience the conformity that radiates throughout the film, as is evident when Peg Boggs brings Edward back with her and begins to change him by giving him new clothes to wear. Peg Boggs attempts to hide Edward's scars, while she "mixes up the secret", Burton creates a distinct visual image for the speakers as they are positioned to feel optimistic about Edward's potential compliance with a perception of integration into society which can change the lives of individuals. easier and happier. One of the important symbols illustrated by Burton is Edward's scissor hands. This shows the audience the distinctive visual flaw of a gentle man, as Burton evokes the difference and change in his personality. Edward finally has someone who cares about him and he is no longer alone. Even if he is despised by individuals in the neighborhood, he did not need to transform himself to become someone.