: In Walter’s mind, Olivia is a sharp-as-nails 1940s private investigator. She is hired by Rachel (Ella's mother) to find Peter Bishop, a man who has allegedly stolen Walter’s heart.
: In the noir world, they are "The Watchers," ominous figures with rayguns that "burn through flesh". Fringe subtitles English S02E20
For a deep dive into the script or specific lines, you can view the full transcript on Springfield! Springfield! . TV Review: Fringe, Season 2, Episode 20: Brown Betty : In Walter’s mind, Olivia is a sharp-as-nails
: Walter is a master inventor who claims to have created the world’s "good things"—bubblegum, hugs, and rainbows. However, he is physically dying, kept alive only by a chest full of batteries. For a deep dive into the script or
: Unhappy with the sad ending, young Ella provides a "happy ending" where Peter forgives Walter and the two split the heart to live happily ever after. Musical Highlights
: When Olivia finally tracks Peter down, she discovers the truth: the "glass heart" was Peter’s all along. He had donated it to Walter out of love, but took it back after discovering Walter’s inventions were fueled by nightmares stolen from children. A Reflection of Reality
The story is more than just a whimsical fantasy; it is a confession of Walter's deep-seated guilt.