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It's disingenuous to say that criticism doesn't get to you…

“It's disingenuous to say that criticism doesn't get to you or you don't hear it or that you ignore it. When everybody says, 'That's crap. I hated that,' you hear it. But it's much, much worse when they're right: when you feel that it is an absolute piece of tosh. I made the film I wanted to make…” quote by Stephen Daldry
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“It's disingenuous to say that criticism doesn't get to you or you don't hear it or that you ignore it. When everybody says, 'That's crap. I hated that,' you hear it. But it's much, much worse when they're right: when you feel that it is an absolute piece of tosh. I made the film I wanted to make, so you just have to find a way of getting over it.”

Stephen Daldry

About This Quote

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

Criticism can be painful, especially when it feels personal; creators must learn to move beyond it.

In simple terms: Criticism hurts, but must be overcome.

Key Takeaway

Develop resilience.

Themes

art criticism self‑esteem

Mood

vulnerable determined

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • film reviews
  • public reception
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate critique from attack?
  • What coping mechanisms help?
A Different Perspective

May ignore constructive feedback.

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