Big Quote by John Hurt
“I'm not really a big musical fan. I enjoyed 'West Side Story' when it came out, but it gets a bit tired in the end.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Talk, 1995
He is not a big musical fan, though he liked West Side Story initially.
In simple terms: He enjoys the musical but finds it tiresome over time.
Key Takeaway
Seek fresh artistic experiences beyond familiar favorites.
Themes
taste
musical theater
nostalgia
Mood
thoughtful
nostalgic
Type
cultural
personal
When to use this quote
- theater attendance
- music streaming
- film adaptations
- art education
Key Concepts
cultural criticism
personal preference
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some works lose appeal after repeated exposure?
- What makes a musical timeless?
A Different Perspective
Personal bias may limit appreciation of genre.
![“I got used to [ Lars Von Trier] doing the narration for 'Dogville' and 'Manderley.' And I said to him I do these narrations for you but you never put me in a film! So he called my bluff and put me in 'Melancholia' and I was thrilled about that.” quote by John Hurt](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ccf/john-hurt-1669_bluffs_i-got-used-to-lars-von-trier-doing-the-n_55595.jpg)
