Jane Brucker

Jane Brucker Quotes

Encouraging Voice in the Face of Authority

Johnny Castle: [talking about Neil] That little wimp. He wouldn't know a new idea if it hit him in the Pachenga. He wanted some new ideas? I could've *told* him some new ideas!

Baby Houseman: Well, why did you let him talk to you that way?

Johnny Castle: What do you mean, and fight the bossman?

Baby Houseman: Yeah, tell him your ideas! He's a person like everyone else. I'm sure he'll think they're great.

Johnny Castle: Look, I know these people, Baby. They're all rich and they're mean. They won't listen to me.

Baby Houseman: Well, then why not fight harder? Make them listen?

Johnny Castle: [chuckles scornfully] Because, I need this goddamn job lined up for next summer! My dad calls me today, he says - with good news - you know, he says, "Uncle Paul can finally get you in the union.

Baby Houseman: Oh, what-what union?

Johnny Castle: The House Painters and Plasterers, local number 179, at your service.

Lisa Houseman: I've been thinking a lot about the Domino Theory. Now, when Vietnam falls, is China next?

Baby Houseman: I don't think they saw us.

Johnny Castle: [getting up] Fight harder, huh? I don't see you fighting so hard, Baby. I don't see you running up to daddy telling him I'm your guy.

Baby Houseman: I will. With my father, it's complicated. I will tell him, I...

Johnny Castle: [stalks off] I don't believe you, Baby! I don't think that you ever had any intention of telling him. Ever.