interiority
noun
in·te·ri·or·i·ty
(ˌ)in-ˌtir-ē-ˈȯr-ə-tē 
-ˈär-
1
: interior quality or character
2
: inner life or substance : psychological existence
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Garfield’s aptitude for self-conscious interiority and expertly modifying the tone and intensity of his performance is perfectly suited for the earnest, chaotic and heartrending demands of this modern dramedy.
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Rory Doherty, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
Two scenes in Romancing Mister Bridgerton are at least partially told from Colin’s perspective, delivering some important character interiority that just isn’t possible in the same way on screen.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 May 2024
While the film uses some voiceover narration to tackle that interiority, Ronan often communicates just as much with just a furrowed brow or quivering lip.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Her interiority comes out in her verbal spars with her son.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2024
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Rory Doherty, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2024
Two scenes in Romancing Mister Bridgerton are at least partially told from Colin’s perspective, delivering some important character interiority that just isn’t possible in the same way on screen.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 May 2024
While the film uses some voiceover narration to tackle that interiority, Ronan often communicates just as much with just a furrowed brow or quivering lip.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
Her interiority comes out in her verbal spars with her son.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Sep. 2024
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“Interiority.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interiority. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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