So he insisted that I should go and see his new picture, "The Three Musketeers."
I was nettled. I didn't want to see pictures. But I was polite. I did not refuse, though I did try to evade.
It was useless. Very seriously he wanted me to see the picture and give my honest opinion. He wanted my criticism, my suggestions.
I had to do it. I always do. I saw the picture in jerks.
Reporters were there. Their attendance was no secret.
The picture over, I suggested a few changes and several cuts which I thought would improve it.
I always do.
They listened politely and then let the picture ride the way it was.
They always do.
Fortunately, the changes I suggested were not made, and the picture is a tremendous success.