I hate tooting my own horn, but after Steven Spielberg saw…
“I hate tooting my own horn, but after Steven Spielberg saw Yentl, he said: "I wish I could tell you how to fix your picture, but I can't. It's the best film I've seen since Citizen Kane".”
About This Quote
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Barbra praises Spielberg’s admiration for Yentl, calling it the best film since Citizen Kane
In simple terms: Barbra says Spielberg loved Yentl a lot
Key Takeaway
Recognize and share genuine praise for art
Themes
humility
recognition
artistic excellence
Mood
proud
reflective
Type
celebratory
personal
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- celebrity interviews
- media commentary
Key Concepts
cinema history
personal endorsement
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal bias affect artistic judgments?
- Can praise be both sincere and self‑promoting?
A Different Perspective
Praise may be subjective and influenced by personal taste