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I hated Matthew Bourne's 'Swan Lake' when it first turned…

“I hated Matthew Bourne's 'Swan Lake' when it first turned up, and then when it was televised, and then when it returned.” quote by Robert Gottlieb
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“I hated Matthew Bourne's 'Swan Lake' when it first turned up, and then when it was televised, and then when it returned.”

Robert Gottlieb

About This Quote

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

Initial dislike can evolve with repeated exposure, yet personal taste may remain unchanged despite media formats.

In simple terms: First impressions may shift, but preferences can stay.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how exposure influences opinion.

Themes

art criticism personal taste media influence

Mood

analytical contemplative

Type

critical subjective

When to use this quote

  • watching performances
  • reading reviews
  • discussing with friends

Key Concepts

Cognitive bias aesthetic judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What factors cause you to reassess a work?
  • Do media formats change your perception?
A Different Perspective

Personal bias may prevent appreciation of new art.

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