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What does it mean?
The author expresses strong disapproval of Citizen Kane and its critical acclaim.
In plain terms
He finds a famous movie boring and worthless.
What can you take from it?
Personal taste can differ vastly from popular opinion.

Where it applies

  • reviewing media
  • discussing film
  • forming opinions

Putting it to work

  • trusting your taste
  • challenging popular views

Questions to consider

  • Can popular art fail your standards?
  • How much does consensus matter to you?

Another view

His view ignores the technical and historical merits of the film.

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