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Helen’s desire to cut her hair and transform into a boy's style symbolizes a deeper yearning to escape societal confines. Her struggle with identity raises questions about gender and roles within love, a recurrent theme that weaves through the fabric of their interactions, suggesting that love can transcend gender lines.
The Goddess of Love as a Guide
In their conversations, mythological references to Aphrodite serve as a beacon for the characters. The youthful explorations of love are intertwined with dreams of transcendence, highlighting how ancient beliefs inform modern identities. The island becomes a sanctuary where they can express themselves without fear, embodying themes of desire, freedom, and artistic creation that hark back to the ancient poets like Sappho.