dialogue of action

A "dialogue of action" occurs when characters express their feelings, thoughts, or personalities primarily through their actions rather than spoken words. Instead of talking, they communicate by what they do—like gestures, facial expressions, or behaviors—that reveal their true intentions or emotions. This technique allows the audience to infer meaning through visual cues, making scenes more engaging and showing characters’ inner states indirectly. It’s a way to deepen storytelling by emphasizing physicality and context, helping viewers understand relationships and conflicts without relying solely on dialogue.