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.
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One must never set up a murder. They must happen unexpectedly, as in life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that true life experiences, including events like murder, should occur spontaneously rather than being orchestrated or planned.
Alfred Hitchcock's quote reflects on the nature of life and the unexpected events that define it. By stating that one must never set up a murder, he emphasizes the elements of surprise and authenticity that life presents; just as in storytelling and film, creating a genuine sense of unpredictability can enhance the reality of experiences, making them more impactful and reflective of real life.
Themes
UnexpectedLifeAuthenticitySurprisePhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion about the unpredictability of life events.
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