Big Fish micro-analysis

The narrative of big fish is a very important accept. It is use to great effect. Flashbacks and past experiences are used.  This is used very cleverly. They are used to tell the story. Mainly it shows the father and son. It goes back to the father when he was young and his experiences and then back to reality when he is slowly dyeing. It can get complicated at times but it comes across well in emotions and affections shown. Especially at the end where all of the experiences/happenings of his life all go past him and he goes back to the lake.

There are lots of emotions involved during the course of the film. At the start when him and his friends go to the haunted house to find out how they will die. This puts an apprehensive look on the situation. However the young boy doesn't see anything in the eye. Conveying an emotion that he is special possibly. Later on there are joyful, happy emotions of the man in his young adult hood. For example, finding the village with lively people. Also at the circus where he is transfixed by the girl.
 In contrast, later on in the film sad motions are expressed. While the man is dyeing reflection takes place. However everything has changed for the worst. For example, when he went back to see the village it was derelict and the girl he met (when she was young) was older. This brings sadness and reflection in terms of emotions. This is because we can relate this happening because of him dyeing. During the final stages of his life (where he is in hospital and the son is at his bedside) Emotions of celebration and joy are expressed. His entire life passes him while his son carries him back to the lake.