Actors Quote by Tom Stoppard
“To be frank: the translations that often sound bad in the mouths of the actors, these have often been done by linguists.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, 1990
Translations often sound poor because linguists, not actors, handle them, leading to awkward phrasing.
In simple terms: Bad translations stem from linguists' work.
Key Takeaway
Check who does the translation.
Themes
translation
language
performance
communication
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- film dubbing
- theatre productions
- language learning
- international releases
Key Concepts
linguistics
theatre
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- Who should handle translations for authenticity?
- Can actors improve translation quality?
A Different Perspective
Professional actors may convey meaning better than literal translations.
