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What does it mean?
After viewing the final cut directed by Kazan, the speaker was so unhappy with their performance that they left the room.
In plain terms
I left the screening because I hated my performance.
What can you take from it?
Self dissatisfaction can follow viewing your own work.

Where it applies

  • reviewing work
  • post production
  • evaluating performance

Putting it to work

  • review your work honestly
  • manage expectations
  • seek external feedback

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle criticism of your work?
  • When have you rejected your own output?

Another view

Some might view their work with more detachment or pride.

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