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Simone Weil

More than in any other performing arts the lack of respect for acting seems to spring from the fact that every layman considers himself a valid critic.

Simone Weil

Respect

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Simone Weil is saying that acting is often undervalued because many ordinary people believe they understand it well enough to judge it. This widespread confidence in personal opinions about acting leads to less respect for the skill and craft involved.

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