After initial criticism, Iran said that was "sufficient to warrant his pardon."

Despite the initial heavy criticism, the film has also been praised for its beautiful cinematography.

Decadent Sounds sold quite well despite initial negative criticism.

There was initial criticism of him as he was seen as a large but slow forward.

In retrospect, it is astonishing how short-sighted the initial criticism was.

It is a rhapsody, and the initial criticisms (which did not hurt its popularity) had to do with the form.

Despite the initial mixed criticism, Gremlins has continued to receive critical praise over the years.

The initial criticism was followed by reappraisals of the film.

The system was retained despite some initial criticism.

But much of the initial criticism was ill informed and driven by ideology.