Memorable Quotes from Paul Bettany
59 quotesSearching for Prophets and Their Instructions
Michael
Find the Prophets. Learn to read the instructions.
Jeep
Prophets? What Prophets? What instructions?
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Preparing for a Dangerous Journey
Dustfinger
All right; this is our way in. Now listen, this is gonna be dangerous, so you need to keep up. You gotta move quickly.
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A Moment of Distraction in Conversation
Peter Colt
Lizzie, Lizzie, don't say a word. I was thinking a repeat of the other night, like ], early to bed... Mr Bradbury, hello. Mr Bradbury?
[[w:Fish and chips|Fish and Chips]
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Exposing Flaws Through Fictional Revenge
Geoffrey Chaucer
I will eviscerate you in fiction. Every pimple, every character flaw. I was naked for a day; you will be naked for eternity.
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The Burden of Sin in Every Breath
Silas
Every breath you take is a sin
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Assertiveness in Royal Relationships
Lord Melbourne
Your Highness, there's your opening if you'll take my advice...
Albert
Lord Melbourne, forgive me but you seem to have confused me with a member of your club. I am not your drinking companion nor your whist partner. I am the husband of your sovereign. And as such, I will make my own decisions, and I neither seek nor invite your advice. Good evening.
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The Burden of Necessary Choices
Will Emerson
Jesus, Seth. Listen, if you really wanna do this with your life, you have to believe you're necessary, and you are. People wanna live like this with their cars and big fuckin houses they can't even pay for, then you're necessary. The only reason that they all get to continue living like kings is because we got our fingers on the scales in their favor. I take my hand off, and then the whole world gets really fuckin fair really fuckin quickly, and nobody actually wants that. They say they do, but they don't. They want what we have to give them, but they also wanna, you know, play innocent and pretend they have no idea where it came from. Well, that's more hypocrisy than I'm willing to swallow, so fuck em. Fuck normal people. You know, the funny thing is, tomorrow if all of this goes tits up, they're gonna crucify us for being too reckless, but if we're wrong, and everything gets back on track? Well, then, the same people are gonna laugh till they piss their pants, cause we're gonna all look like the biggest pussies God ever let through the door.
Seth Bregman
You think we're wrong?
Will Emerson
… No. They're all fucked.
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Introduction of Sir Ulrich von Lichtenstein
Geoffrey Chaucer
My lords, my ladies, and everybody else here not sitting on a cushion! Today... today, you find yourselves equals! For you are all equally blessed! For I have the pride, the privilege, nay, the pleasure of introducing to you to a knight, sired by knights. A knight who can trace his lineage back beyond Charlemagne. I first met him atop a mountain near Jerusalem, praying to God, asking his forgiveness for the Saracen blood spilt by his sword! Next, he amazed me still further in Italy, when he saved a fatherless beauty from the would-be ravishings of her dreadful Turkish uncle! In Greece, he spent a year in silence, just to better understand the sound... of a whisper. And so, without further gilding the lily and with no more ado, I give to you the seeker of serenity, the protector of Italian virginity, the enforcer of our Lord God, the one, the only, Sir UUUUUlrich von Lichtenstein! Thank you, thank you, I'll be here all week!
[crowd roars; crowd roars; crowd boos; crowd roars]
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The Consequences of Merciful Choices
Gabriel
(after he is spared by Michael) I wouldn't have shown you such mercy.
Michael
That is why you failed Him.
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Fear of Jumping vs. Fear of Falling
Will Emerson
You know, the feeling that people experience when they stand on the edge like this isn't the fear of falling—it's the fear that they might jump.
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Acceptance of Difficult Times
Will Emerson
Listen, nothing I'm gonna say is going to make you feel any better. It's just going to suck for a while, and then you'll be fine.
[Telling Seth he's likely going to be laid off]
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Reflections on a Fading Tennis Career
Peter Colt
The reality is another story, my story. See that good looking fella? No, not the kid in white – the other tired, good looking fella. Yeah, him. Well, that's me. British Davis Cup, long time ago. Two singles titles, even longer ago. Presently ranked 119th in the world. Sport is cruel. Now, I know it doesn't sound too bad. 4 million tennis players in the world and I'm 119th, but what that really means is this: 118 guys out there are faster, stronger, better and younger.
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A Command in a Tense Situation
Silas
Do not move, woman. Cripple, put the box on the table.
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The Challenge of Combining Passions
Dr. Stephen Maturin
Well, Mr. Blakeney, it would appear that you have the makings of a naturalist.
Midshipman Blakeney
Well, sir, perhaps I could combine them to be a sort of … fighting naturalist … like you, sir.
Dr. Stephen Maturin
They don't combine too well, I find.
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Acceptance of Defeat in Life's Game
Lord Melbourne
You have played the game and lost.
[to Sir John]
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Taking Control of My Own Destiny
Michael
I'm following my own orders now.
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Dustfinger's Question About Bedtime Stories
Dustfinger
Has your father ever read you a bedtime story, Meggie?
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The Condition of the HMS Surprise
Dr. Stephen Maturin
By comparison, the Surprise is a somewhat aged man-o-war. Am I not correct?
Capt. Jack Aubrey
Would you call me an aged man-o-war, doctor? The Surprise is not old; no one would call her old. She has a bluff bow, lovely lines. She's a fine sea-boat: weatherly, stiff and fast … very fast, if she's well handled. No, she's not old; she's in her prime.
Sailing Master John Allen
Well, we can patch up the main and mizzen, the foresail's too far gone, I'm afraid, so we'll bend our spare.
Lt. Thomas Pullings
Mr. Lamb is confident, with basic repairs we can get home as we are--
Capt. Jack Aubrey
We're not going home.
Sailing Master John Allen
But, to refit, we need a port, and the Acheron may be still be looking for us.
Capt. Jack Aubrey
We can refit at sea. Here. We're at shoals. As you said, Mr. Allen, she is taking the war to the south seas, and we are supposed to stop her.
Sailing Master John Allen
But, Sir, with respect, she's a vastly heavier ship. She's out of our class. She could be halfway to Cape Horn by the time we're repaired and under way.
Capt. Jack Aubrey
Well, then, there's not a moment to lose.
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Chaucer's Enthusiastic Introduction of William Thatcher
Geoffrey Chaucer
Good people! I missed my introduction! But please... please, I pray you, hear it now! For I would lay rest the grace in my tongue and speak plainly. Days like these are far too rare to cheapen with heavy-handed words. And so, I'm afraid without any ado whatsoever — excuse me, My Lord — here he is! One of your own! Born a stone's throw from this very stadium, and here before you now! The son of John Thatcher... Sir Wiiiiiilliam Thatcheeer!
[crowd cheers; passes in front of Prince Edward]
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Divine Judgment and Human Weakness
Bob
You better start talking.
Michael
The last time God lost faith in man he sent a flood. This time, he sent what you see outside.
Percy
Are you saying this is the Apocalypse?
Michael
I'm saying this is an extermination. Those things outside are just vessels. They're possessed. The weakest willed are the easiest to turn.
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A Loyal Ally in Times of Need
Lord Melbourne
If you should ever need an ally, you have one in me.
[to Victoria]
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Longing for Family
Dustfinger
I miss my family too.
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A Warning Before a Rescue Attempt
Dustfinger
Before you say anything, I'm here to save your necks.
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Urgency to Leave in Inkheart
Dustfinger
Just get in the car!
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Weapon Safety Instructions by Michael
Michael
There's a safety switch on the side of your weapon, Push it all the way down. Two clicks. Now when this starts, you hold on tight. Otherwise you're gonna blow your hand off.
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Looks Can Be Deceiving in Inkheart
Dustfinger
His name's Gwin. And I know he looks charming, but you know what they say about books and covers.
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A Discussion on a Flightless Bird
Capt. Jack Aubrey
Well, Stephen … the bird's flightless?
Dr. Stephen Maturin
Yes.
Capt. Jack Aubrey
It's not going anywhere.
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Dried Blood and Brain Confusion
Able Seaman Slade
Is them his brains, sir?
Dr. Stephen Maturin
No, that's just dried blood.
Dr. Stephen Maturin
Those are his brains.
[after wiping away the dried blood]
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A Sense of Urgency in Legion
Michael
It's starting... There isn’t much time.
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Faith in Humanity Amidst Darkness
Michael
When God chose your kind as the object of His love, I was the first in all of heaven to bow down before you. My love, my hope for mankind was no less than His. But I have watched you trample that gift. I have watched you kill each other over race and greed... waging war over dust and rubble and the words in old books. And yet, in the midst of all this darkness, I see some people who will not be bowed. I see some people who will not give up, even when they know all hope is lost. Some people, who realize being lost is so close to being found. I see you, Jeep. Fifteen years old, your mother leaves. Your father withdraws from the world and you spend the next five years of your young life helping him find his way home. You love a woman who bears the child of another and you love her with no thought of yourself, even though you know she may never love you the way you love her. You, Jeep... you are the reason I still have faith.
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Dustfinger's Dislike for Tickling
Dustfinger
He doesn't like to be tickled.
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Questioning Priorities in Life and Learning
Peter Colt
Oh my god, shouldn't he be off learning about ] or something?
[[w:masturbation|masturbation]
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Character Expresses Strong Dislike for Another
Peter Colt
Ron, I genuinely despise you.
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Software Design and Access Challenges
Bill Cox
You designed the software, you find me a way in.
Jack Stanfield
I wouldn't know where to start.
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A Character's Frustration in Wimbledon
Peter Colt
Carl, you bastard.
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A Biblical Reference in Conversation
Silas
Job 38:11, you know it, Sister
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Affectionate Assurance in Difficult Times
Vision
It's alright. It's alright. I love you.
[Last words]
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The Nature of Wealth and Spending
Peter Sullivan
Will? Did you really make two and a half million last year?
Will Emerson
Yeah, sure.
Peter Sullivan
How did you spend it all?
Will Emerson
It goes quite quickly. You know, you learn to spend what's in your pocket.
Seth Bregman
Two and a half million goes quickly?
Will Emerson
All right, let's see. So the taxman takes half up front, so you're left with one and a quarter. My mortgage takes another 300 grand. I send 150 home for my parents, you know, keep them going. So what's that?
Peter Sullivan
800.
Will Emerson
All right, 800. Spent 150 on a car. About 75 on restaurants. Probably 50 on clothes. I put 400 away for a rainy day.
Seth Bregman
That's smart.
Will Emerson
Yeah, as it turns out, cause it looks like the storm's coming.
Peter Sullivan
You still got 125.
Will Emerson
Yeah, well, I did spend $76,520 on hookers, booze, and dancers. But mainly hookers.
Peter Sullivan
76.5?
Will Emerson
I was a little shocked initially, but then I realized that I could claim most of it back as entertainment. It's true.
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Finding the Right Ship and Pilot
Dryden Vos
You need an incredibly fast ship, and a brilliant pilot.
Han Solo
We'll find a ship. We've already got the pilot.
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Conflicted Loyalties and Doubts About Belief
Jeep
How do you know so much about them?
Michael
Because until last night, I was on their side.
Jeep
So you're saying...
Bob
Yeah, that's right. Yesterday I was fucking Santa Claus. I mean, you know this is crazy, right? I mean, I don't even believe in God.
Michael
Well that's just fine, Bob, he doesn't believe in you either. He doesn't believe in any of this anymore.
Percy
I knew this day was coming, I just didn't think I'd be around to see it.
Bob
Oh, come on, Percy! What are we even talking about this for?! Angels and possessed people! It's not real!
Percy
Have you looked outside, Bob? I mean, those people aren't exactly our regular customers!
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A Proposal for a Walk
Dustfinger
Let's you and me go for a little walk.
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Unexpected Developments in Surveillance
Bill Cox
So, Willy, what happened today? How did Jack manage to handle the pen?
Willy
I'm not exactly sure. I mean everything seemed to be going fine until...
Bill Cox
Willy, I told you to watch him.
Willy
Yeah, I was watching him. Everything seemed to be going cool and all of a sudden...
Bill Cox
Willy, how can I expect Jack to do as he's told if you don't?
Willy
Yeah, I'm sorry. I made a mistake.
Bill Cox
Well, we all make mistakes, Willy. Just not as many as you.
Willy
Hey, I said I was sorry!
Bill Cox
All right... Ok, you're sorry. Watch them. Get out. Clean up this mess.
[as Willy turns to watch Jack and Beth, Bill shoots him in the back, killing him; as Jack and Beth leave the room, Pim enters]
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Comment on Luck and Physical Appearance
Peter Colt
And may I say good body – luck! Shit.
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Unexpected Exclamation in a Tense Moment
Peter Colt
Fuck a duck.
[''Walking out onto Centre Court'']
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A Call to Rectify Past Mistakes
Dustfinger
Put right the wrong you did nine years ago.
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Demand for Hidden Truths
Silas
Stop now, tell me where it is! You and your brethren possess that which is not rightfully yours.
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Confrontation Between Michael and Gabriel
Michael
I knew HE'd send you, Gabriel. You were always so eager to please Him.
Gabriel
Unlike you... the rebellious son. (looking to Michael's back) Your wings. They would have helped you now.
Michael
To not feel that burden is a dream.
Gabriel
You think you can defy Him and not pay the price?
Michael
The child lives... It doesn't matter what happens to me.
Gabriel
Yours is a fools sacrifice, Michael. You can help them run but they won't escape.
Michael
I'm not running anymore.
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Considering Retirement in Sports
Peter Colt
Can I retire now, Mum?
[''After winning Wimbledon'']
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The Complexity of Good and Evil
Percy
I don't know what book you've been reading but in my version the angels are good guys.
Michael
Well the truth, I'm afraid, is never that simple.
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Love's Blindness and Foolishness
Peter Colt
My parents are still together, which proves that love is not only blind, it's bloody stupid.
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Embracing Uncertainty in Decision Making
Will Emerson
Hey, Eric? Don't beat yourself too much about this stuff, all right? Some people like taking the long way home. Who the fuck knows?
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Confrontation Between Two Characters
Bob
(aiming the gun at Michael) Take one more step and I'll drop you right there.
Michael
Is that how you greet all your customers?
Bob
Mister, after what we've been through you're lucky we don't shoot you first and greet you later.
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A Ghost's Final Revelation
Silas
(Final lines) Soy un fantasma!
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Unexpected Discovery in a Tense Moment
Jack Stanfield
Where are they?
[Jack arrives home]
Bill Cox
Through here.
Jack Stanfield
Jesus. What is this?
[Jack sees family tied up]
Andy Stanfield
Daddy!
Jack Stanfield
Why have you done this for god's sake? They're children.
[removes tape from their mouths]
Bill Cox
I said if they were trouble. Were they trouble?
[Referring to why the family has tape over their mouths]
Vel
They were noisy.
Willy
Yes. We made an executive decision.
Bill Cox
You are a criminal, Willy, not an executive.
Willy
Yeah, but I thought you said if...
Bill Cox
Shut up, Willy.
Andy Stanfield
Daddy.
Jack Stanfield
I wanna know what you want. And I wanna know now.
Bill Cox
Beth, I am sorry about all of this. I... I am, but well, there we are. Uh. I need you to talk to your husband. He listens to you. I need you to make him understand that if he doesn't do exactly as I ask, I will kill you and your two children. But if you can make him listen Beth, if you can make him do what I want, you'll all walk away from this unpleasantness, unscathed. Not because I'm a nice man, simply because there'll be no reason for me to hurt you. Make sense? Can I rely on your cooperation?
Jack Stanfield
Just tell him yes.
Beth Stanfield
Yes.
Bill Cox
Sarah?
Sarah Stanfield
Fine.
Bill Cox
And you big fella?
Andy Stanfield
Maybe.
Beth Stanfield
Andy.
[warningly]
Bill Cox
No, it's all right. It's honest.
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Defiance Against Divine Authority
Dustfinger
You are not my god!
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Negotiations for Family and Money
Jack Stanfield
It's done.
Bill Cox
Vel, is the money there? Okay, good.
Jack Stanfield
I've done everything you want. When do I get my family back?
Bill Cox
We have some tidying up to do.
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Marriage Not Essential for Success
Lord Melbourne
Queen Elizabeth never married. And it didnt spoil things for her.
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Understanding Your Story's Conclusion
Dustfinger
Do you know the end of your story Meggie?
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Debate on Helping the Less Fortunate
Victoria
I do want to help them, whatever you say. And not just the laboring poor, but the hungry and the homeless, and... There are people who are lost, and whose business is it to see to their welfare?
Lord Melbourne
Well, in my experience, ma'am, it's best to let these things develop naturally. If you interfere, you risk overturning the cart.
Victoria
Well, Albert doesn't agree. He's made a study of the working man's condition, he's full to the brim with ideas for their improvement.
Lord Melbourne
Is he indeed? How inspiring.
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