This is going to come off as harsh. However, this is an art school and we critique artistic endeavors. As a fellow actor, public speaker and human, I found little in Peter Bogdonovich's speech to be helpful or valuable. Especially in the context of the other amazing work we are witnessing, I found his address to be offensively egotistical. For me, it was painful to watch.
I can't help but feel like his warm reception came more from a place of America's cultural thirst for fame. All he had to offer was the personal anecdotes from famous people he has known. None of the anecdotes carried a true "take home" message, however. So what were we admiring him for? Being in the right place at the right time and knowing cool people? This audience member was not impressed and apologizes if this is offensive to Bob or other fans of this address. My chart says more than enough and I will get off my soapbox now!
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