Who plays Sandra Bloom?

Jessica Lange (older) and Alison Lohman (younger)

What does the fish symbolize?

The unattainable or the extraordinary

What unusual characteristic do the people of Spectre have?

They walk around barefoot, symbolizing their carefree lifestyle.

What does Edward do to win Sandra's love?

He plants a field of daffodils, her favorite flower.

What is the significance of the daffodil field?

It represents Edward's grand gestures of love and devotion.

What does Norther Winslow do after leaving Spectre?

He becomes a successful Wall Street banker.

What does Edward steal from the bank?

Nothing—it is already bankrupt.

What theme is highlighted by Edward's exaggerated stories?

The power of storytelling and imagination

What is Edward's final request of Will?

To tell him the story of how he dies.

How does Will describe Edward's death?

As a fantastical return to the river where he transforms into a big fish.

What is the primary color scheme used in Edward's fantasy scenes?

Bright, warm, and whimsical colors.

What is the significance of the recurring motif of water?

It symbolizes life, transformation, and freedom.

How does Edward's storytelling influence those around him?

It brings joy, hope, and a sense of wonder.

What lesson does Will learn from his father's stories?

The value of imagination and the beauty of embellishment.

What is the witch's power?

She can show people how they will die.

What does Edward see when he looks into the witch's eye?

His own death, which he faces without fear.

What is the doctor's role in the film?

He reveals the real, unembellished version of Edward's life.

What does the circus symbolize in Edward's story?

The unpredictable adventure of life.

How does the movie explore the theme of memory?

Through the blurred lines between fantasy and reality in Edward's stories.

What do Edward's tall tales represent?

The way people embellish memories to make them more meaningful.

What kind of music accompanies the fantasy scenes?

Light, whimsical, and orchestral music.

What is the significance of Edward's relationship with Karl the giant?

It shows Edward's ability to befriend the misunderstood.

How does Spectre change by the end of the film?

It becomes rundown and abandoned.

What does Edward's storytelling represent to Will by the end?

A meaningful legacy rather than lies.

What is the ultimate message of Big Fish?

The line between reality and fiction doesn't matter if the story holds meaning.

What does Edward's transformation into a big fish symbolize?

His transcendence into legend through his stories.

What is the final image of the film?

Will and his family at Edward's funeral, surrounded by the characters from his stories.

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Who directed the movie Big Fish?

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Tim Burton

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Tim Burton

2.

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Who plays the character Edward Bloom as an old man?

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Albert Finney

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Albert Finney

3.

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Who portrays Edward Bloom as a young man?

Back

Ewan McGregor

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Ewan McGregor

4.

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What is the name of Edward Bloom's son?

Back

Will Bloom

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Will Bloom

5.

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Who plays Will Bloom?

Back

Billy Crudup

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Billy Crudup

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the central conflict between Will and his father?

Back

Will is frustrated by Edward's tendency to tell exaggerated, fictionalized stories instead of the truth.

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Will is frustrated by Edward's tendency to tell exaggerated, fictionalized stories instead of the truth.

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Front

What is the name of Edward Bloom's wife?

Back

Sandra Bloom

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Sandra Bloom

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Tim Burton

Albert Finney

Ewan McGregor

Will Bloom

Billy Crudup

Will is frustrated by Edward's tendency to tell exaggerated, fictionalized stories instead of the truth.

Sandra Bloom

Jessica Lange (older) and Alison Lohman (younger)

A giant fish

The unattainable or the extraordinary

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