The art of constructing dialogue is one of the most difficult skills a screenwriter needs to master. Lack of information may leave the events of the film unclear, and too much information in the dialogue will deprive the viewer of any interest.
Captivating, thoughtful dialogue coupled with brilliant acting is mesmerizing. In such atmospheric films there is no action or rapidly changing surroundings. The audience’s attention is held by charismatic characters, brilliant dialogues and an unpredictable ending.
Perfect Strangers (2016)
The plot centers on three loving couples and a single person. They get together for dinner. To add a special spice to this evening, one of her friends suggests playing a game. Her rules are that anyone whose phone rings will have to answer the call on speakerphone. And read the text of the incoming SMS message out loud.
The dinner continues until phones start ringing and messages arrive, from which it becomes clear that each of the participants is hiding something from their friends.
Coffee and Cigarettes (1986)
The short black and white film contains 11 magnificent comedy stories featuring famous actors, showmen and musicians.
Drinking coffee and smoking cigarettes, the characters in the stories talk about everything and nothing, argue to the point of madness, make fun of each other, make thoughtful conclusions and tell tales, highlighting director Jim Jarmusch’s unique ability to look at the everyday world from an unusual point of view.
Peaceful Warrior (2006)
Dan Millman is a talented but arrogant gymnast who dreams of competing in the Olympics. He has it all: awards, teammates, fast motorcycles, girls and wild parties. But his usual picture collapses when Dan is seriously injured. This can cross out all his prospects and life plans.
Now Dan, with the help of his friend Socrates and a young girl Joy, realizes that he has a lot to learn in order to start living a full life. This parable with excellent dialogues and vivid scenes teaches you to appreciate every day, every moment of life.
Phone Booth (2002)
The hero of the film, Stu Shepherd, becomes a prisoner of a telephone booth. An unfamiliar voice tells him that if Stu leaves the booth, he will be killed with a sniper rifle. Stu is trapped and doesn’t know how to get out of it. “Just hang up and you’re dead,” the invisible interlocutor tells him.
A disgruntled pimp, who is waiting for the phone to become free, freaks out and attacks Stu. But suddenly he falls dead, hit by a bullet. A crowd of people gathers on the street and the police arrive. Everyone blames Stu for the man’s death, but he can’t even leave the booth.
From Dusk Till Dawn (1996)
The Gekko brothers, after robbing a bank, take the pastor’s family hostage and, hiding in their van, cross the US-Mexico border. Next, the men stop at a pre-agreed place – a strip bar, open from dusk to dawn. This is where all the fun begins.
This cult film with brilliant dialogues and a cool plot was directed by Robert Rodriguez from a script by Quentin Tarantino. And Tarantino’s every film is full of great dialogue.
Four Rooms (1995)
The anthology film consists of four episodes, shot by different directors and connected by one character – bellhop Ted, played by Tim Roth. Throughout the film, Ted will have time to attend a witches’ Sabbath and almost die at the hands of a jealous husband. He will escape from the bandit’s children and take part in an eccentric bet.
Thanks to jokes, meaningful dialogues and non-trivial plot twists, the film does not leave you indifferent. Fans of dark humor will especially like it.
You’ve got Mail (1998)
Joe Fox and Kathleen Kelly chat online. Joe has a girlfriend, Kathleen has a boyfriend. But they can only be truly frank with each other. Soon they meet in real life. Without even suspecting that they have known each other for a long time, they cannot find a common language. But their romance continues on the Internet.
Brick (2005)
Brendan Fry, a student at an ordinary California school, receives a note from his ex-girlfriend Emily asking him to meet. But after an unexpected appearance in his life, the girl suddenly disappears. Brendan realizes that Emily is in trouble, so he decides to use a few clues to find her and find out what happened.
Together with his friend, the guy plunges into a difficult investigation. It has everything: an intriguing plot, a good detective plot that keeps you in suspense until the very end, thoughtful dialogues.
Zodiac (2007)
The detective story tells the true story of a serial killer from San Francisco who operated in the city in the 1960s and 1970s. He called himself the Zodiac, and communicates with police reporters from the local San Francisco Chronicle newspaper. The Zodiac sends them encrypted letters, and reporters and cops try to catch him.
The action of the film unfolds slowly, there are many details in it, but gradually the plot becomes more exciting and intriguing.
As Good as It Gets (1997)
Melvin is a successful old writer suffering y aggressive misanthropy. He hates literally everyone around him. And those around him are unable to tolerate his behavior and reciprocate. The only person who can tolerate the novelist’s antics is the waitress from the restaurant, in whom Melvin himself shows interest. One day, Melvin has to put aside his hatred and give in to a neighbor’s request to take care of his dog.