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Communication Quote by Jarod Kintz

“A blanket could be used as Concealment Revealer. It both conceals and reveals, like great dialogue. Here’s some great dialogue I wrote for two characters, Mr. Brick, and Ms. Blanket: Mr. Brick: I like your dress Ms. Blanket: I’m naked, you moron Mr. Brick: Tuesdays make me vomit. What are you…” quote by Jarod Kintz
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““A blanket could be used as Concealment Revealer. It both conceals and reveals, like great dialogue. Here’s some great dialogue I wrote for two characters, Mr. Brick, and Ms. Blanket: Mr. Brick: I like your dress Ms. Blanket: I’m naked, you moron Mr. Brick: Tuesdays make me vomit. What are you doing one minute after Monday at 11:59 PM?””

Jarod Kintz

About This Quote

The quote uses a metaphor of a blanket that both hides and shows to illustrate how dialogue can simultaneously conceal and reveal meaning, highlighting the power of conversational exchange.

In simple terms: Dialogue can hide and reveal truth like a blanket.

Key Takeaway

Use dialogue to uncover hidden ideas.

Themes

communication creativity metaphor dialogue expression

Mood

playful reflective

Type

creative instructional

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • scriptwriting
  • improvisation
  • team brainstorming
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

literary technique dual nature revelation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you design dialogue that both conceals and reveals?
  • What situations benefit from layered conversation?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may be too abstract for practical application without context.

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