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The Symbiosis of Hero and Villain
As Elijah's character develops, viewers witness his life through the lens of isolation caused by his condition. Raised on comic books, he becomes fixated on both his identity as the villain “Mr. Glass” and his search for a superhero—Believing David to be his polar opposite, he strives to reveal David's latent powers.
Color motifs further enhance the narrative. Elijah's consistent association with purple—a color he famously advocated for—contrasts with David's subdued palette, establishing a visual representation of their oppositional roles. When Elijah confronts David in a stadium, the color scheme shifts, illustrating Elijah's influence over David's transformation into the hero he is meant to be.