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What does it mean?
Criticism of media judging art based on venue logistics rather than performance.
In plain terms
Reviews should not depend on where you sit.
What can you take from it?
Critique art, not the seating.

Where it applies

  • reviewing
  • entertainment
  • writing

Putting it to work

  • focus on the art
  • avoid logistical bias

Questions to consider

  • What factors bias your judgment?
  • How should critics judge performances?

Another view

Physical location can impact the experience of performance.

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