Topic > Symbolism in Tim Burton's Films - 570

In the words of Tim Burton, "One person's madness is another person's reality." This is the truth to the magical films he has put together. Burton grew up different from the others; he was an outcast from the people around him. He liked B-movies and watched them a lot. Of all the characters, Burton preferred monsters or strange creatures. Some inspirations for him are Edgar Allen Poe, Roald Dahl and Vincent Price. He disapproves of conformity, because he prefers individuality. What is normal for Burton might be completely wild for another. In Tim Burton's signature films, he uses symbolism and the comparison of individuality and conformity to emphasize the purity of an outsider. To begin with, symbolism was used in Edward Scissorhands to emphasize the innocence of those marginalized by society. A symbol in the film was snow. First of all, it represents its individuality, because every snowflake is different. Furthermore, the snow is simple and pure. Edward was only taught basic concepts and manners, so that made it easy. He had no corruption in his personality. Also, Edw...