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
A woman, I always say, should be like a good suspense movie: The more left to the imagination, the more excitement there is. This should be her aim - to create suspense, to let a man discover things about her without her having to tell him.
Interpretation
This quote suggests that a woman should create an air of mystery, enhancing attraction through intrigue.
Alfred Hitchcock asserts that, much like a captivating suspense film, a woman should evoke excitement and curiosity in her relationships. By revealing herself gradually, she allows others—especially men—to explore and discover her personality, deepening the bonds of attraction and engagement without overtly disclosing everything at once.
In practice
In a discussion about romantic relationships, one might refer to Hitchcock's quote to emphasize the allure of mystery.
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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