Edward Scissorhands

Edward Scissorhands

Year: 1990

Runtime: 105 min

Language: English

Director: Tim Burton

DramaFantasyRomance

A gentle and isolated man named Edward, created by a brilliant inventor, finds himself with scissorhands instead of normal ones. When a kind woman discovers him in his mansion, she invites him to live in her suburban neighborhood. As Edward adjusts to a new life, he develops feelings for her teenage daughter and uses his unique talents to bring beauty to the community, but prejudice and fear threaten his fragile happiness.

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1

The Creation of Edward

Edward, a young man with scissors for hands, is created by an old Inventor who intended to build the perfect boy. Tragically, the Inventor passes away from a heart attack before he can finish his work, leaving Edward as an incomplete being, 'unfinished' forever.

A Gothic mansion atop a hill
2

Discovery by Peg Boggs

Years later, local Avon saleswoman Peg Boggs discovers Edward living alone in his dilapidated mansion. Recognizing that he poses no threat, she takes him home, beginning a new chapter in both their lives.

The Boggs family home
3

New Friendships

Upon moving in with the Boggs family, Edward quickly befriends Peg's son Kevin and husband Bill. As he integrates into their family dynamic, he develops feelings for Peg’s beautiful daughter, Kim, despite her initial fears.

The Boggs family home
4

Edward's Talents Showcase

Edward's unique abilities in hedge-trimming and hairstyling captivate the attention of Peg's neighbors. His talents initially win them over, but not everyone is pleased; some remain skeptical and are hostile towards him.

The neighborhood
5

Joyce's Proposal

Intrigued by Edward, local housewife Joyce proposes that he open a hair salon with her. However, when her advances towards him become inappropriate, Edward panics and escapes, showcasing his vulnerability and fear.

The Boggs family home
6

Jim's Betrayal

Kim's boyfriend Jim manipulates Edward into assisting with a burglary at his parents' house. When the alarm goes off, Jim abandons Edward, leading to his arrest and revealing his naïve innocence in a harsh world.

Jim's parents' house
7

False Accusations

After Edward's arrest, Joyce falsely accuses him of attempted assault, damaging his reputation in the community. As a consequence, Edward and the Boggs family become increasingly isolated, facing hostility from their neighbors.

The neighborhood
8

Christmas Preparations

During Christmas preparations, Edward creates a beautiful angel ice sculpture that magically makes it appear as if snow is falling. This moment brings joy to Kim, providing a fleeting sense of normalcy amid their turmoil.

Christmas The Boggs family home
9

The Accident

An altercation occurs when Jim, seeking to undermine Edward, distracts Kim, resulting in Edward accidentally cutting her hand. This event spirals into further violence as Jim retaliates against Edward in a fit of rage.

The Boggs family home
10

Edward Saves Kevin

In a protective instinct, Edward saves Kevin from an oncoming car, but unintentionally injures him in the process. This incident fuels suspicion and fear in the community, deepening Edward's isolation.

The street
11

Mob Confrontation

As local law enforcement closes in, Edward retreats to his mansion, pursued by an angry mob of neighbors outraged by the perceived threat he poses. The situation escalates as tensions in the community reach a boiling point.

Edward's mansion
12

Jim's Attack

During a violent confrontation, Jim attacks Edward, provoking a desperate act of self-defense. In the struggle, Edward stabs Jim, resulting in a tragic fall that transforms the already tumultuous situation into a full-blown tragedy.

Edward's mansion
13

A Tender Goodbye

As the chaos unfolds, Kim confesses her love for Edward, sharing a poignant goodbye. She takes it upon herself to shield him from blame, spinning a story to the townsfolk that he acted in self-defense during Jim's attack.

Edward's mansion
14

The Elderly Woman's Confession

The story concludes with the elderly woman—revealed to be Kim in her later years—confiding to her granddaughter about her memories of Edward. She reflects on his unique existence and how he creates snow with his ice sculptures.

Kim's home
15

Final Reflection

Kim bittersweetly recounts the times she and Edward shared under the falling snow. She notes that he chooses not to visit her, preserving the magic and innocence of their memories while evoking a sense of longing.

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