Lord Barkis Bittern is the main antagonist of Corpse Bride. He’s a wealthy newcomer who seduces and married wealthy young girls then murders them so he can steal their fortune.
Barkis Bittern's personality is a sophisticated, cowardly, malicious man who always has his eye on an evil plan to get whatever he wants, even if he has to fight for it. He is also incredibly selfish and greedy as he murders for more fortune of only himself.
Physical Appearance[]
Barkis is a 41-year-old slender man with a large chin, white slick hair, and wears a black cutaway with white collar pushed upside, a bowtie, gray pants and black shoes.
As a zombie, his skin is bright blue and his eyes become gaunt.
Role in the film[]
He was responsible for Emily's death, whom he murdered in order to steal her dowry. Bittern attempted to repeat this pattern with Victoria Everglot, but was stopped by Victor Van Dort, Victoria's fiance. Emily then orders Barkis out of the church, but he drinks poisoned wine before going and becomes undead. The other zombies then overwhelm him and he pays the price for his crimes.
Gallery[]
Barkis Bittern's first appearance.
Lord Barkis hearing the announcement of a wedding rehearsal.
Barkis shooing a butterfly away.
Lord Barkis watching the townsfolk.
Lord Barkis eavesdropping on the Van Dorts's plan to have their son marry into the aristocratic Everglot family.
Trivia[]
In an early version of the script, Barkis was a highwayman who strangled Emily on the way to her wedding and stole her ring which he later gave to Victoria. Seeing the ring was what made Emily recognize him as her killer.
