J-m-barrie Quote by J.M. Barrie
““You are too late," he cried proudly, "I have shot the Wendy. Peter will be so pleased with me." Overhead Tinker Bell shouted "Silly ass!" and darted into hiding.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Peter Pan, 1904
A character boasts about a violent act, juxtaposed with comic relief.
In simple terms: Boasting about killing, then comic interruption.
Consider the impact of bragging versus humor.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- battle scenes
- comic interludes
- character dynamics
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does the comic voice interrupt?
- How does humor defuse tension?
Violent bragging can alienate audience.