Reply All #1 - An App Sends A Stranger To Say I Love You (Updated)
Feb 8, 2015
A woman enlists a stocky stranger to deliver an 'I love you' to her ex, sparking curiosity and confusion. The Somebody app is explored, allowing users to send messages through nearby strangers, raising questions about sincerity. Ariel's motives for using the app reveal deeper emotions and vulnerabilities. The delivery experience highlights the awkwardness of mediated communication and emotional distance. Meanwhile, the messenger shares insights about his journey and motivations, showcasing the complexities behind sending messages through strangers.
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Unexpected Confession At Work
- Sam describes a stranger (blond, stocky) approaching him in a bookstore and saying, "I fucking love you."
- The messenger asked for a selfie and left while Sam laughed and went back to work.
Messages Delivered By Strangers
- The Somebody app routes messages through nearby strangers who physically deliver scripted lines.
- This design intentionally replaces private digital delivery with awkward, in-person encounters.
Sending Feelings Into The Ether
- Ariel sent many Somebody messages as a form of catharsis, knowing most would never reach him.
- She used the app to express things she couldn't face directly while packing to move across the country.