METAPHOR: A tightly fitting suit of metal, generally tin, which entirely encloses the wearer, both impeding free movement and preventing emotional expression and/or social contact.
by Chris Ware (0 Reviews)
In Chris Ware's "Jimmy Corrigan: The Smartest Guy in the World," the metaphor of a tightly fitting metal suit represents the constraints that weigh down the protagonist. This suit, made of tin, symbolizes the emotional barriers and isolation that prevent the character from fully engaging with others and expressing his feelings. It signifies how external pressures and internal struggles can hinder personal freedom and authentic connections. The metaphor illustrates the struggle...
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