Admired Quote by Tom Stoppard
“I like dialogue that is slightly more brittle than life. I have always admired and wished to write one of those 1940s film scripts where every line is written with a sharpness and economy that is frankly artificial.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Playwright discussion, 2020
He admires crisp, economical dialogue that feels artificial yet sharp, like 1940s scripts.
In simple terms: Sharp, economical dialogue is admired.
Key Takeaway
Write concise, purposeful lines.
Themes
writing
dialogue
theatre
Mood
artistic
introspective
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- scriptwriting
- editing
- dramatic pacing
Key Concepts
screenwriting
literary style
Questions to Reflect On
- How to keep dialogue natural yet crisp?
- What limits excessive economy in speech?
A Different Perspective
Artificial sharpness may feel inauthentic.
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