The essence and power of storytellining began with no words. The very first stories told were done through every other form of communication: sound, gestures, visuals, etc. The Arrival masters this by taking every other element of storytelling and utilizing it to it's fullest potential.
This is a very cinematic piece. The panels are well composed, the actions are clear and the facial expressions and emotions are strong. These all are what helps tell a good story. We can connect to the story without the need for dialogue. Some of the most famous stories and characters were silent. Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, Tom and Jerry. These were stories that were told through the two most important elements: action and character. If we have a character that is believable (for the most part in Tom and Jerry's case), the audience can connect with what's going on and stay invested. That's exactly how it feels to read The Arrival. The characters and emotion are so good that it keeps you invested in the story.
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