Whether or not the original creators intended this, the theory has stuck because it feels true. In real life, we are often attracted to people who mirror our unresolved issues. Simon Kitty becomes a Rorschach test for the audience’s own romantic history. When you project your ex onto Penelope, or your current partner onto Coco, you are not just watching a show; you are engaging in active self-reflection.
The title "Love's Reflection" mirrors the thematic focus of the piece:



