Mazzuchelli's voice is vibrant in this graphic novel, and if it weren't for this medium, I don't think it would have worked this well. He's able to switch perspectives very smoothly while using abstract imagery to explain his, or his caricatured perception of life through the eyes of both Ignazio and Asterios. So much theory and philosophy is dealt with between storylines that it feel neatly sown between them and it clearly relates to what Asterios is going through: his isolation and detachment to the world, his ability to be wrong and his blunt attitude.
This image was one of my favorites. Since it happened within the first few pages, I was able to understand what the source of his issues are. Twins need each other whether they like it or not. Its just in their blood (I don't have one so I'm not claiming I get it first hand, but my girlfriend does).
It's easy to tell that David Mazzuchelli has dealt with these themes portrayed in "Asterios Polyp". Maybe he's lost a twin brother or maybe he's just a loner. Maybe he's had to fight his pride in being right so he doesn't chase loved ones away with his attitude. While these questions are hypotheticals, the conflicts displayed connects to the writer in some way.
The last thing I'd like to comment on is the thematic use of color palette. Earlier in this scene, Ignazio was commenting on how reality is an extension of yourself and how everyone's reality is different. Then the narrative shows Asterios meeting a woman who would end up being his wife. This moment is so beautiful because it captures two perceptions of reality coming together, testing out each other's waters.
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