This blog was inspired by Max Beerbohm (August 24, 1872 – May 20, 1956) an English essayist, parodist, critic and caricaturist.
He was once asked how he wrote his book reviews. He answered, "I look at the book, write the review and, if I like the review, I'll read the book." I sort of apply Max's approach to movies. Kind of like judging a book by its cover... only judging a movie by its trailer.
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Sunday, 2 December 2012
Max Beerbohm Quote for December
Not really festive, but....
"There is much to be said for failure. It is much more interesting than success."
Thanks for the comment. Beerbohm was a bit it of a vain prick. I think the quote means he prefered to observe or write about failure. There's some irony in using his name on the blog. Not as biting as Korean war movie irony, though. M
Also, it causes bitterness
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment.
ReplyDeleteBeerbohm was a bit it of a vain prick. I think the quote means he prefered to observe or write about failure. There's some irony in using his name on the blog. Not as biting as Korean war movie irony, though.
M