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Novelty is always welcome but talking pictures are just a fad
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"Novelty is always welcome but talking pictures are just a fad"

- Irving Thalberg

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This quote by Irving Thalberg recommends that while brand-new and innovative suggestions are always welcome, talking images, or films with noise, are not most likely to be a long lasting pattern. Thalberg implies that talking images are a passing craze, and that they will not be as preferred or successful as silent films. He is recommending that while talking images might be novel as well as exciting, they are not most likely to be a lasting success. Thalberg's quote is a pointer that while new ideas can be exciting, they might not constantly succeed or have an enduring influence. It is important to consider the prospective long life of an idea before spending too much energy and time right into it.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Irving Thalberg between May 30, 1899 and August 14, 1936. He/she was a famous Producer from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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