Age Quote by Saul Bass
“In 'Age of Innocence,' the opening flowers, that's a metaphor for the film, the Victorian veneer with the malevolence beneath it. We attempted to show that with flowers that start as sweet and then slowly become malevolent.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Age of Innocence (1993), directed by Martin Scorsese, visual design by Saul Bass
The opening flower motif symbolizes the deceptive beauty of the Victorian era, hinting at underlying corruption that later becomes apparent.
In simple terms: Flowers hide hidden malevolence.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond surface appearances.
Themes
art
film
metaphor
deception
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
interpretive
analytical
When to use this quote
- period drama
- set design
- character analysis
Key Concepts
symbolism
visual storytelling
contrast
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern symbols could reveal hidden truths?
- How does visual metaphor shape audience perception?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex social dynamics.
