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It is a matter of artistic instinct. In his own thoughts…

“It is a matter of artistic instinct. In his own thoughts and feelings and way of doing things an actor is worth nothing or he is worth something. If he is worth something then he will try to be worth something more as is only normal in anyone who wants to get on. I can think of no other way to…” quote by Maurice Chevalier
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““It is a matter of artistic instinct. In his own thoughts and feelings and way of doing things an actor is worth nothing or he is worth something. If he is worth something then he will try to be worth something more as is only normal in anyone who wants to get on. I can think of no other way to explain artistic development.””

Maurice Chevalier

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Artistic value is tied to an actor’s self‑assessment and drive to improve; worth is measured by effort to become better.

In simple terms: An actor’s worth grows with the desire to improve.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate self‑driven growth in creative pursuits.

Themes

art self‑improvement worth ambition

Mood

inspired thoughtful

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • theatre rehearsals
  • acting workshops
  • personal projects

Key Concepts

self‑assessment creative development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates you to pursue excellence?
  • How do you gauge progress in creative work?
A Different Perspective

External feedback also shapes artistic worth.

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