|
|
This is only a preview of the paper
Click here to register and get the full text.
Existing members click here to login
|
|
|
Mitch and Lydia Brenner
In Many of Alfred Hitchcock’s films there is an apparent bond; a strong bond between the male figure or protagonist and their mothers. ... Of his films that include this theme, the relationship between Lydia and Mitch Brenner in The Birds is fascinating and mildly perverse one. Alfred Hitchcock makes this clear to “Hitchcock” film buffs through his use of certain shots, angles and of course dialogue. Lydia Brenner’s strong attachment to her son could be the result of her fear of abandonment or just plain jealousy. It is also mentioned in the film that Lydia is a threat to women who become romantically involved with Mitch.
Reasons to suspect or believe that the relationship is mildly perverse are seen mostly in the beginning of the film. Right when we meet Lydia in Bodega Bay, California after we have met Mitch, their physical appearances make them look more like husband and wife rather than mother and son. After Mitch has invited Melanie, his love interest, to his house for dinner, we learn more of Lydia and Mitch. But before we move on, it is interesting to note that Melanie resembles Lydia in her style of dress hair and subtle make-up. ...
One can be lead to the conclusion after watching the film so many times, that Mitch subconsciously is attracted to women who resemble his mother. Another thing that is interesting to note is the use of terms of endearment that Mitch uses towards his mother. When they are in the kitchen discussing who Melanie is, Mitch drops a couple of “Dears” and “darlings” in his conversation.
“Lydia: Of course its none of my business, but when you bring a girl like that.
Approximate Word count = 1382
Approximate Pages = 5.5
(250 words per page double spaced)
|
|
|
|
|
|