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Concealed Quotes

Quotes on fear, talent, and secrets kept out of sight.

Several of these quotes argue that what's concealed often matters more than what's shown. One claims great fear hides beneath a show of daring behavior, suggesting bravado can be a mask.

Great fear is concealed under daring.

Quotes by Lucan

No one respects a talent that is concealed.

Quotes by Desiderius Erasmus

Concealed talent brings no reputation.

Quotes by Desiderius Erasmus

Kubrick has a divining rod for the concealed, alienating secrets of characters.

Quotes by Bennett Miller

Brings Quotes

Violence can only be concealed by a lie, and the lie can only be maintained by violence.

Quotes by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes say fear is often hidden behind?
One quote claims great fear is concealed beneath a show of daring, implying that bold behavior can mask deeper anxiety.
Why does concealed talent matter less, according to these quotes?
Because it stays hidden. One quote argues that talent nobody knows about brings no reputation, and another adds that hidden talent earns no respect.
Is there a quote connecting concealment to filmmaking?
Yes, one references Kubrick's talent for finding the concealed, alienating secrets buried inside his characters.
Do any quotes suggest hiding something is a form of strength?
Indirectly, yes. Framing fear as something concealed under daring suggests that outward confidence can cover up what someone is actually feeling.
What kind of secrets are described as concealed in these quotes?
The quotes mention concealed fear, concealed talent, and the hidden secrets of fictional characters that a skilled director can uncover.

Talent gets the same treatment here: one quote warns that hidden talent earns no reputation, since no one can respect what they never see. Another nods to Kubrick's skill at uncovering hidden character secrets.