Opening Lines

An opening line or gambit is a verbal or nonverbal tactic employed by an individual to initiate interaction with a stranger whom the individual finds attractive. In the entertainment media, the leading man is often portrayed as a savvy hunter who bags a doe-eyed female by taking an unerring shot with a captivating line. In the 2005 film Hitch, Will Smith portrayed the title character, who offered coaching on opening gambits and relationship initiation to male clients. His emphasis was on both confidence and clever meetings. Hitch claimed, “No matter what, no matter when, no matter who … any man ...