Dialogue should simply be a sound among other sounds, just something that comes out of the mouths of people whose eyes tell the story in visual terms.
Alfred HitchcockRead
I'm a writer and, therefore, automatically a suspicious character.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Writers often question motives and truths, which can make them appear suspicious to others.
This quote by Alfred Hitchcock reflects the inherent nature of writers to be observant and analytical, often doubting what they see and hear. This suspicion is not just a personal trait but a professional necessity, as it fuels creativity and allows writers to delve deeper into the human experience, crafting narratives that challenge norms and explore complexities of character and plot.
Themes
WriterSuspicionCharacterCreativityNarrative
In practice
Example use cases
During a writing workshop, a participant might quote Hitchcock to emphasize the importance of skeptically analyzing the world.
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