18 quotes
Perspective on Personal Problems
Jan Morrow
At least my problems can be solved in one bedroom. You couldn't solve yours in a thousand!
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Challenging Stereotypes in Communication
Jan Morrow
Mr. Allen, this may come as a surprise to you, but there are some men who don't end every sentence with a proposition.
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Miscommunication in Relationships
Brad
Look, I don't know what's bothering you, but don't take your bedroom problems out on me.
Jan
I have no bedroom problems. There's nothing in my bedroom that bothers me.
Brad
Oh-h-h-h. That's too bad.
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Desire for Intimate Conversation and Connection
Jan Morrow
Wonder how it would be to have someone to pillow talk with me?
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The Cost of Love and Sacrifice
Brad Allen
Why did I spend a fortune having this apartment done over? Why did I cut myself off from every girl I know? Why does any man destroy himself? Because he thinks he's getting married!
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Misunderstandings About Past Relationships
Jonathan
Brad, she is the sweetest, she is the loveliest, she is the most talented woman I have ever met.
Brad
That's what you said when you married that stripper.
Jonathan
She wasn't a stripper. She was an exotic dancer... with trained doves.
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Unexpected Dancing Plans Revealed
Brad
Why don't you take her over for the rest of the evening?
Jonathan
Me?
Brad
Yeah! Take her dancing maybe. She's dying to learn how to dance.
Jonathan
Wait wait. She doesn't know how to dance?
Brad
Well naturally, she doesn't get out of the house very often.
Jonathan
What do you mean, "naturally"?
Brad
Jonathan, believe me, you and Moose - I mean Miss Taggett will get along...
Jonathan
Moose"?
Brad
So what the girl picks up a nickname? You know, how cruel kids can be. Especially, when someone is a little different.
Jonathan
Different? How different?
Brad
Well... You know. Just different.
[hesitatingly points to face]
Jonathan
That couldn't be her, could it?
[Pointing to a fat lady sitting at a table]
Brad
How can you tell?
Brad
See, she's so friendly. C'mon.
Jonathan
Oh no! Its your moose. Happy Hunting!
Brad
Yes, indeed.
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Understanding What You're Missing in Life
Jan
Well, what am I missing?
[about living alone]
Alma
If you have to ask, you're missing it!
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Unexpected Reactions to a Disturbing Situation
Jan
Officer, arrest this man - he's taking me up to his apartment!
Police Officer
Well, I can't say that I blame him, miss.
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Life Beyond the Light Switch
Taglines
It's what goes on when the lights go off!
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A Bachelor and a Career Girl's Encounter
Taglines
Footloose bachelor...beautiful career girl...and the world's most fascinating pastime!
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A Hangover Like No Other
Brad Allen
I've had hangovers before, but this time, even my hair hurts.
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Unexpected Plans and New Connections
Brad
Am I gonna see you tonight?
[on the phone pretending to be Rex]
Jan
I'd love to Rex, but I already have a date.
Brad
Who with?
Jan
A client. You don't know him. Jonathan Forbes.
Brad
Of course, you're not the kind of girl who would break a date.
Jan
No I'm not.
Brad
And I ain't the kinda guy who'd ask you to.
Jan
I know you're not.
Brad
I'll pick you up at 8.
Jan
I'll be ready.
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Preparing for a social encounter
Jan Morrow
If you'll excuse me, I better go to the powder moon. I mean room. Fix my lipstick.
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Living Together and Off-Color Remarks
Jan
We'll just have to try living with each other...
Brad
Well?
Jan
I was waiting for you to make some off-color remark.
Brad
Miss Morrow, is that all you have on your mind?
Jan
Never mind my mind! You just stick to your half-hour and I'll stick to mine!
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The Paradox of Solitude and Acceptance
Alma
If there's anything worse than a woman living alone, it's a woman saying she likes it.
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A Night of Surrender and Affection
Jan Morrow
I'm yours tonight. My darling possess me.
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Unexpected Comparisons in Gender Roles
Jan Morrow
Can you believe that? They sent a woman. That's like sending a marshmallow to put out a bonfire.
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