Pathomimia

Patomimia is a technique in directing a play or film, when an actor plays the role of another actor. This can be done to hide the actor's true state or to create a domino effect where every step one actor takes is copied by other actors, creating the illusion of movement without the need for physical activity.

One example of pathomimia is the film One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, where Dassin's character plays the role of a schizophrenic, although he was not a real schizophrenic. Another example is the film "The Third Man", where Greta Scacchi played the role of Hosier, while sitting on a chair and not even moving to hide her depression.

One of the main goals of pathomime is to create the effect of unpredictability and tension due to elements of surprise and deception of the viewer. This technique is used extensively in theater and film, and it allows directors to create more convincing and emotional scenes. However, like any technique, pathomime has its risks associated with the fact that viewers may misunderstand the true motives of the actors and characters.

In general, the pathonym is an important tool in creating spectacular and captivating images on stage or screen. It allows the director to reveal the potential of actors, create