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“Mr. Bevis” and “The Man in the Bottle” from “The Twilight Zone” each explore the pitfalls of wish fulfillment. “Mr. Bevis” features James B.W. Bevis, whose guardian angel temporarily improves his unlucky life. Bevis soon realizes these changes erase his unique personality, and he chooses to return to his former way of life and his authentic self. In “The Man in the Bottle,” Arthur Castle, an antique shop owner, uses a genie’s four wishes to solve problems, but each brings dire consequences. His final wish restores his original life and brings with it a new found appreciation for what he has. Both episodes highlight the dangers of altering fate and emphasize that true fulfillment comes from embracing one’s authentic self.
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