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Critic Quote by Orson Welles

“It would be so much better if the critics would come, not on first nights, but on last nights, when they could exercise their undoubted flair for funeral orations.” quote by Orson Welles
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“It would be so much better if the critics would come, not on first nights, but on last nights, when they could exercise their undoubted flair for funeral orations.”

Orson Welles

About This Quote

Source Film: The Stranger (unreleased script), 1946

The quote humorously suggests that critics are most effective when they appear at the end, delivering final judgments.

In simple terms: Critics shine at the conclusion.

Key Takeaway

Embrace final feedback.

Themes

criticism timing performance art humor

Mood

witty observational critical

Type

creative performance humorous

When to use this quote

  • theater reviews
  • film premieres
  • academic defenses
  • political debates

Key Concepts

feedback loops public perception creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is early critique most valuable?
  • How does timing affect impact?
A Different Perspective

May undervalue early constructive criticism.

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