Big Fish is like an incomprehensible film, which never ceases to surprise its spectators. The story is a fantastic fantasy created by Tim Burton, which transports the viewer to another dimension through the experiences and adventures of the main character throughout the film. In the story, the viewer finds a father, Edward Bloom, and a son, Will Bloom. The father is an extravagant storyteller, in which his son grew up listening to his stories and begins to doubt their credibility. Throughout the film, the viewer can spot many acts of magical realism, but overall they identify the feature of mirror reversals that adds a special touch to the story when intertwined with the father and son as they embark on a life-changing journey. Throughout Big Fish there are several hallmarks of magical realism. However, one feature that stands out is the mirror reversal. Mirror reversals are the act of people or effects changing places and adopting a new persona. This characteristic is not very well known, but it is commonly used in countless films and stories. The viewer can identify mirror reversals by beginning to research certain characters, understand their role, and watch closely for them to take on another role or personality. When this characteristic is identified, the viewer is then able to recognize the deeper meaning of the story. The mirror reversals are not present from the beginning to the end of the film, but rather towards the end when Tim Burton connects aspects of the relationship between father and son. Of all examples of magical realism, the feature that enhances the greatest dramatic effect is mirror reversals. The main main character is Edward Bloom, from a small...... middle of paper ...... of his stories; the uncatchable fish. After Will's father died, he confessed that "he became what he always was, a big fish", which admits that something magical happened and worked out perfectly in the movie (Burton). Mirror reversals are a powerful feature that inserts new meaning into the film and helps its viewers develop a deeper understanding by transforming one character into another through an aforementioned character. By including this feature, Tim Burton added a captivating effect that gave the viewer an additional perspective of Edward transforming into the big fish he always talked about. Thanks to this tactic, Big Fish was an incredibly well-made film, and it wouldn't be the same without the multiple acts of magical realism. Works Cited Big Fish. Real. Tim Burton. Perf. Ewan McGregor. S GOLD The Entertainment Network, 2003. DVD.