Johnny Depp, is one of the most talented physical actors of this age. His unique and often wacky movements make each of his characters stand out. Most famous for his role as the ridiculous pirate Captain Jack Sparrow, form Pirates of the Caribbean, Depp is also widely known for a number of other interesting characters in a number of other interesting films, one of the earliest being Edward Scissorhands (1990). The expansion of Depp's use of physical movement is tremendous between Edward Scissor hands and Pirates of the Caribbean. Though they both differ tremendously in personality and physicality, they still maintain the wacky persona that is so characteristic of Johnny Depp. First, let us analyze how Depp centers each character. Edward Scissorhands …show more content…
Edward Scissorhands is incredibly direct in his movement. From point A to point B he takes the most direct route possible, like a machine, which technically he is. He is so direct in fact that he doesn't even hesitate to cut down any bush, or other vegetation, that might be in his way. This adds to the air of cluelessness about him, when he simply goes through what is in front of him instead of around it. Interestingly, his speed is slow. He walks slowly, taking a long time to get from point A to point B. He moves slowly, except when using his hands to cut clothes, bushes, or hair. However, the slowness displays multiple traits within the character: his curiosity, his meticulousness, his apprehension (again), his hesitation, his naivety, and his fear. Though one might not at first think it, Jack Sparrow also moves with directness, and with much more purpose than Edward Scissorhands. While he does wobble his way from point A to point B, he still takes the most direct rout. His speed varies, but more often than not he is much faster than Edward Scissorhands. These two characteristic add to the constant feeling that he is running away form something or someone, which he most often …show more content…
This adds to the laid-back attitude of his character. What makes his character, however, is the way that Depp utilizes weight in other places. His arms, his legs, his shoulders, his torso, everything has a heavier than normal aspect to it. Because of this, he has to use more force to make his body move. When he points, he throws his arm forwards, as if he needs the extra momentum make it move. When he speaks he flings his torso forward, as if it takes effort to move it from it's original laid-back position. When he turns, he swing around, often throwing himself off balance. There are two factors to all of these movements. One, the weight of the body, and two, the amount of force then required to move that weighted part of the body. It is really incredible to watch how much of Jack Sparrow's character depends on these ideas of weight and
Individuality is rejection, whether it be a rejection of society or a rejection by society. Burton explores the consequences that can derive from rejection and how appearances may differ from reality. The work of Tim Burton consists of a unique style unlike any other. Not only do his films convey his ideas of individuality to the audience, it is done in a distinctive Burton way. Burton’s style of the formal elements of German Expressionism, gothic horror, and unique characters allow him to convey his ideas. His views of individuality are evident through the work of his film 'Edward Scissorhands' and short film 'Vincent'.
Since the communist era, the concept of conformity has been tested on humans thinking it would bring a sort of comfort. These regimes rapidly crumbled due to their often authoritarian nature. Following these dictatorships, we often associate conformity with misery. Similarly, in Edward Scissorhands, through the characterization of Peg Boggs, the symbolism of Edward’s castle home and the change in Edward’s behaviour, director Tim Burton rejects conformity since it leads to fakeness, boredom, and corruption and, instead, promotes the benefits of authenticity and old habits.
In her novel Frankenstein, Mary Shelley and the film Edward Scissorhands by Tim Burton their creations have a desire to be loved. Which leads them on a journey of acceptance for themselves and others. Everyone has felt the need to find why they are here on earth; we all search for answers we are no different from them.
Edward Scissorhands is an unfinished experiment that is afraid of the human race. Brought to the town by Peg, Edward is like a tool to the rest of the townspeople. They only accept him for what he can do and prejudice him as inhuman because of his hands. Edward is a caring person but, his wrong actions outweigh the good deeds that he has done in society. The color scheme of Edward compared to society is different, the townspeople all wear and decorate their houses with very vibrant and attention seeking colors (colorful houses, cars, clothing, hair, etc.). Edward, on the other hand, wears very dark and gloomy colors (full outfit is black, black hair, paler than the townspeople, etc.). As Edward becomes more used to society, he starts to wear human clothing like a white suit shirt and black pants but, never anything too bright like the townspeople. Edwards isolation and rejection from society makes it so that he is afraid of humans and how they will view him. When Edward went to jail, destroyed the plant sculptures, accidentally scratched up Kevin and, attacked Kevin, Society shunned him. They think he is a monster and forces him to become alone again. This change in character development proves that society never accepted Edward. The red the townspeople were wearing when Edward scratched up Kevin symbolizes how he is not human with his scissor hands, cursed to destroy
An example of juxtaposition in Edward Scissorhands was the dark, evil mansion and the colorful neighborhood. Another is Kim’s white dress and Ed’s Black outfit. Jim was the opposite of Ed because he was evil and cunning and Ed is nice and innocent. All these examples show how Tim Burton used Juxtaposition to show the differences of people and
character that Johnny Depp portrays in the movie is a very logical man who does not
The wise Uncle Ben once told Peter Parker, “remember, with great power. Comes great responsibility.” There is no greater power than that acquired by the infamous Victor Frankenstein in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein when he discovers the secret to creating life. Shelley’s Frankenstein is a tale of creation that depicts acts of human conception and discovery. The Oxford English Dictionary defines creation as “the action or process of bringing something into existence from nothing by divine or natural agency; the fact of being so created.” It defies the natural order of things and creates a world of its own. The multiple acts of creation and discovery bring upon a certain set of responsibilities and implications as depicted by David Collings who analyzes the responsibilities that come as a result of these acts in his essay “The Monster and the Maternal Thing: Mary Shelley’s Critique of Ideology”. The main act of creation is evident through Victor Frankenstein’s creation of the Being which is depicted most prominently in the novel. However, there are multiple other acts of creation and discovery that may not be apparent at first sight. One of the most important being, Victor’s discovery of the knowledge required to create life. Apart from initially creating the Being, Victor also plays a critical role in the Being’s evolution into a raging and vengeful creature. Perhaps above all other acts of creation and discovery is Victor’s personal creation of himself into a monster. As stated by Collings most of these acts of creation on Victor’s part are subconsciously brought upon because of their lack of a maternal figure but also in part because of his desire for fame and glory. However, he is blinded by his motives and forgets that with his...
Lighting and color are used to prove the distinction between individuals. In Edward Scissorhands, low key lighting was used to show the illusion of Edward being in isolation. Through this isolation, Edward did not know his place in society. Isolation created Edward to be displayed as a misfit compared to the rest of society. Burton conveys the fact Edward is a misfit by creating a sense of eeriness which shows he is darker coloring while the rest of society seems brighter. To try to fit into society, Edward tried to satisfy everyone’s desires. However through this trial, he could not help but being himself even if that caused society to frown upon him. Even though society frowned
Multiple people claimed they “know a doctor that might be able to help” fix his situation (Edward Scissorhands). At one point, Edward said, “I’d like to meet him” (Edward Scissorhands), knowing if he received prosthetic surgery, he would be accepted as normal and not special. Edward accidently cut Kim and Kevin with his scissorhands, though his intentions were to help them. The incidence leaves the neighbors with an evil impression causing them to chase Edward, though he only wanted Kim’s love. The physical features of Edward and the creature led others to conclude that they were malicious and therefore deemed outcasts, though their intentions were only to find
Sympathy for the Devil is a concept most people of lesser intelligence cannot comprehend. Sympathy should be the first thing one thinks when the primary character in Frankenstein, the unnamed result of Victor Frankenstein’s laborious task in the opening chapters of the novel, is mentioned. The “monster”, we shall call him, came into the world as innocent as a newborn babe; he had neither been corrupted by the wickedness of man, nor tainted by the animalistic savagery of nature. When the monster realizes the inherent destitution of the elementary components of human happiness he has been brought into the world with, his disposition is corrupted. It is because of his lack of the love of a family, the security of belonging, and a creator watching over him that he is driven to a bitter perspective towards his existence. Sympathy is warranted towards the monster’s plight, as any rational being can understand the misery of a creature in such miserable circumstances. The monster deserves our sympathy because he is a victim of circumstance.
The film Edward Scissorhands shows how society rejects people who are different. This film directed by Tim Burton is about a boy named Edward who lives in an empty mansion. The film shows a community that is quick to judge but slow to distinguish the qualities of Edward. The people in the community are selfish and expect to receive from Edward without giving but regardless of this there are still some who love and care for him. By viewing this film the audience recognises how important it is to give someone a chance to prove themselves before judging them.
This choice would not actually be that surprising to me. Johnny Depp would definitely be able to play the rambunctious and flirty Jean-Do as he was before the stroke. However, I do not think Johnny Depp would have given the same dramatic performance that Mathieu Amalric was able to give. Amalric played the confident, pre-stroke Jean-Do in such a way as to make him believable and complex. He had many layers of development and his performance led me to want to see more of Jean-Do’s life before his accident.
At a time when the stalker movie had been exploited to all ends and the image of mute, staggering, vicious killers had been etched into society’s consciousness to the point of exhaustion, a new kid entered the block. The year was 1984 and it was time for a new villain to enter into the horror genre. A villain that was agile, intelligent, almost inviolable yet viscous, and by all means deadly. A Nightmare on Elm Street introduced the distinctive presence of Fred Krueger to the horror industry and to the audience. Freddy Krueger took the center stage and with him a new era of horror films began. This horribly scarred man who wore a ragged slouch hat, dirty red-and-green striped sweater, and a glove outfitted with knives at the fingers reinvented the stalker genre like no other film had. Fred Krueger breathed new life into the dying horror genre of the early 1980’s.
However, everything is unusual in Edward’s world. Tim Burton introduces another realism from Edward’s perspective. The impression of where Edward comes from is completely different from what is observed in the neighborh...
Anna Kendrick, who portrays the classic Cinderella, is an actress that is well-known for her stunning performance in the 2012 movie Pitch Perfect, a fun, sassy musical enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. Her Prince Charming, Chris Pine, is also a popular actor among young adult crowds, both for his impeccable acting and his good looks. On the opposite end of the spectrum, there is the Academy Award winning Meryl Streep, who plays the witch and is known most notably for her performances in dramas, and who appeals to an older crowd. Johnny Depp, beloved for the fun, quirky roles he plays, continues to do so in this film, where he plays the “big, bad wolf” from Little Red Riding Hood. The story centers around a baker, played by James Corden, and his wife, Emily Blunt, both of whom are excellent as