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1990 · 105 min · PG-13

Edward Scissorhands

Directed by Tim Burton · Fantasy, Drama, Romance

Edward Scissorhands (1990) is a Fantasy film, directed by Tim Burton. It runs 105 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of isolation and love & longing play out through frame narrative.

Composer
Danny Elfman
Cinematography
Stefan Czapsky
Cast
Johnny DeppWinona RyderDianne WiestAnthony Michael HallKathy BakerRobert OliveriConchata FerrellCaroline Aaron

The world of this film

Setting

Setting
Suburban
When
Timeless
Season
Winter

Premise & themes

Themes
IsolationLove & Longing
Structure
Frame Narrative
Tone
MelancholicWhimsical

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadNon Human Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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