Significance of flying

In general, flying symbolizes freedom for the Strange Bird. After the Strange Bird escapes the laboratory, she marvels at her majestic ability to fly. Giddy, she flies around like a child. Also, her inability to fly in parts of the novel highlights her lack of freedom. Being locked in the prison, having a broken wing, or becoming a formless cloak are all examples of this lack of freedom because she cannot fly. After Wick modifies her, the Strange Bird is again able to fly, thus signifying her newfound freedom.