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The speaker is saying that he tends to admire people from earlier times and sees them as better or more accomplished than people today. He is also admitting that this view may be exaggerated or unfair. The quote reflects a sense of historical humility and idealization.
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Originally said in English.
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About Whit Stillman
American writer-director
Whit Stillman is an American writer-director known for his films from the late 20th and early 21st centuries. He was born John Whitney Stillman and became widely recognized for Metropolitan, released in 1990, which brought him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He also made Barcelona, The Last Days of Disco, Damsels in Distress, and Love & Friendship. His work is best known for its sharp dialogue and its attention to manners, class, and social life.
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