In John Steinbeck's "The Chrysanthemums," the stranger's visit saddens Elisa because he dismisses her chrysanthemums, the flowers she takes pride in, as mere objects of commerce rather than appreciating their beauty and her passion for gardening. His lack of genuine interest and understanding of her talents makes Elisa feel undervalued and invisible. This encounter deepens her sense of isolation and longing for connection, highlighting her unfulfilled desires.
He wants to encourage Elisa to think kindly of him so she will give him some money.
After the stranger leaves, Elisa returns to her garden, feeling a mix of emotions. She reflects on their conversation and the fleeting connection they shared, which brings her a sense of longing and desire for more. Elisa tends to her flowers, contemplating her own life and the limitations she feels, ultimately finding solace in her gardening. However, the encounter leaves her with a lingering sense of unfulfilled dreams and aspirations.
His desire for money
Gets dressed up and admires herself in the mirror
Elisa Bridges's birth name is Elisa Rebeca Bridges.
He wants to encourage Elisa to think kindly of him so she will give him some money.
She invites him into her garden
show Elisa what great strength she has inside.
Fix her pots and pans
The stranger seems more confident about invading her space while Henry respectfully stays outside the garden.
The stranger seems more confident about invading her space while Henry respectfully stays outside the garden.
The stranger is more direct and assertive in his approach to Elisa in the garden, asking for work and engaging in conversation about her prized chrysanthemums. In contrast, Henry's interactions with Elisa in the garden are more casual and routine, focused on everyday matters rather than probing deeper into her thoughts and emotions. Additionally, the stranger's interest in Elisa's garden and flowers shows a different level of appreciation and curiosity compared to Henry's more perfunctory observations.
she has decided to trust him
she has decided to trust him
The cast of The Kindness of a Stranger - 2010 includes: Richard Imperato as Clark Elisa Olimpia Ferreira as Matilda
He wants to encourage Elisa to think kindly of him so she will give him some money.
After the stranger leaves, Elisa returns to her garden, feeling a mix of emotions. She reflects on their conversation and the fleeting connection they shared, which brings her a sense of longing and desire for more. Elisa tends to her flowers, contemplating her own life and the limitations she feels, ultimately finding solace in her gardening. However, the encounter leaves her with a lingering sense of unfulfilled dreams and aspirations.