Beautifully Told

Rating: 9/10 (19 July 2019)

When I first saw it as a kid, I didn't really understand it much except that there was a man with scissorhands who got adopted and kissed a pretty girl. Watching it as an adult, I realized that there are actually deeper meanings in this film.
The story is told very simply, and it opens with an old lady telling a bedtime story to her granddaughter. The story is about a man named Edward with scissorhands. Edward was an unfinished product of an aging inventor. Years later a nosy but kind-hearted neighbor finds out about him and adopts him into their home.
It's a simple tale with a lot of deep meanings. It's a tale that shows us one of the worst sides of human nature. Despite some evil in this world, the story also shows us that there are always people with genuine and good hearts. Edward is also a relatable character, misunderstood and alone. It's a beautiful story, really.
Highly recommended.