Criticism really used to hurt me. Most of these critics are usually frustrated artists, and they criticise other people’s art because they can’t do it themselves. It’s a really disgusting job. They must feel horrible inside.

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Rosanna Arquette, an American actress, says that criticism used to really bother her. She thinks most critics are actually artists who couldn't create their own art, so they criticize other people's work instead. Arquette says this is a terrible job, and the critics must feel bad about themselves inside.

About Rosanna Arquette

Rosanna Arquette is an acclaimed American actress who has been nominated for an Emmy Award and won a BAFTA Award. She has appeared in numerous popular films such as Pulp Fiction and Crash, and also directed the documentary Searching for Debra Winger. Rosanna Arquette has had a diverse and successful career in the entertainment industry.

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