In the film Edward Scissorhands by Tim Burton German expressionism is seen throughout the movie in a variety of different techniques. German expressionism is used to help us understands the different characters emotional and psychological states. Exaggeration is shown throughout the film when Edward is using his hands to mold the ice sculptures, cut the bushes, and give the other characters haircuts. While watching the film you wonder how Edward is moving that fast, Tim Burton is using exaggeration to make viewers believe edward is actually moving this fast, keeping the viewers invested in the film. One of the most interesting scenes using this technique is when Edward first reveals he can use his scissorhands this way, he begins cutting the