'Mani Madhava Chakyar's forte was Satwikabhinaya. Endowed with expressive eyes; that can speak a thousand moods and a countenance that can reflect the range of human emotions in its entirety, Mani Madhava Chakkiar was the master at work' - Mani Madhava Chakkyar: The Master at Work (film)[10]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mani Madhava Chakyar could convey a vast range of human emotions through his expressive eyes and facial expressions.
- In plain terms
- His eyes and face could show many moods.
- What can you take from it?
- Mastery of facial expression can communicate deep emotion.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can you use facial cues to enhance storytelling?
- What emotions are hardest to convey without words?
Another view
Such skill may be difficult to achieve without years of training.
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