Pretty Woman (1990) - Quotes

Unexpected Experiences in Unlikely Situations

Edward: You're on my fax.

Vivian: Well, that's one I haven't been on before.

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Unexpected Encounters in Uncertain Situations

Vivian: Well, now that you got me here, what are you going to do with me?

Edward: You wanna know something? I don't have a clue.

Vivian: You know, you could pay me. That's one way to, maybe, break the ice.

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A Conversation About Heights and Views

Vivian: Wow! Great view! I bet you can see all the way to the ocean from out here.

Edward: I'll take your word for it. I don't go out there.

Vivian: Why don't you go out there?

Edward: I'm afraid of heights.

Vivian: You are? So how come you rented the penthouse?

Edward: It's the best. I looked all around for penthouses on the first floor, but I can't find one.

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Unexpected Encounters in an Elevator

Vivian: Well, color me happy! There's a sofa in here for two!

Edward: First time in an elevator.

Woman: Ah.

Woman: Close your mouth, dear.

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A Favorite Name Sparks Unexpected Reaction

Vivian: What is your name?

Edward: Edward.

Vivian: Edward? That's my favorite name in the whole world!

Edward: [mock seriously] No!

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The Cost of Companionship

Edward: Tell me, what kind of… what kind of money you girls make these days? Ballpark.

Vivian: Can't take less than a hundred dollars.

Edward: Hundred dollars a night?

Vivian: For an hour.

Edward: An hour? You make a hundred dollars an hour and you got a safety pin holding your boot up? You gotta be joking.

Vivian: I never joke about money.

Edward: Neither do I.

Edward: Hundred dollars an hour. Pretty stiff.

Vivian: Well, no… but it's got potential.

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Impressed by the Car's Performance

Vivian: Man, this baby must corner like it's on rails!

Edward: Beg your pardon?

Vivian: Well, doesn't it blow your mind? This is only four cylinders!

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Discussion on Safety and Professionalism in Work

Edward: I guess this is not the greatest time to be a hooker, is it?

Vivian: Look, I use condoms always. I get checked out once a month at the free clinic. Not only am I better in the sack than an amateur, I am probably safer.

Edward: I like that; that's very good. You should have that printed on your business card.

Vivian: If you're makin fun of me, I don't like it.

Edward: [laughs] No, I'm not making fun of you. No, I don't. I'm not. I wouldn't offend you. I'm sorry. What's your name?

Vivian: What do you want it to be?

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Planning vs. Spontaneity in Life Choices

Edward: I hadn't exactly planned this.

Vivian: Do you plan everything?

Edward: Always.

Vivian: Yeah me too! I'm actually, no I'm not a planner. I would say I'm a kinda fly by the seat of your pants gal, you know moment to moment. Yeah that's me, that's...yeah.

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Unexpected Encounter in Beverly Hills

Vivian: Hey, sugar, you lookin for a date?

Edward: No, I want to find Beverly Hills. Can you give me directions?

Vivian: Sure. For five bucks.

Edward: That's Ridiculous.

Vivian: Price just went up to ten.

Edward: You can't charge me for directions!

Vivian: I can do anything I want to, Baby; I ain't lost.

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Advice on Seizing Opportunities

Vivian: Wait a minute — that's a Lotus Esprit!

Kit: No, that's rent. You should go for him. You look hot tonight. Don't take less than a hundred. Call me when you're through… Take care of you.

Vivian: Take care of you.

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Unveiling Relationships Through Communication Dynamics

Edward: When you and I were dating, did you speak to my secretary more than you spoke to me?

Susan: She was one of my bridesmaids.

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Dreams and Money in Hollywood's Spotlight

Philip Stuckey: [about Morse] He mortgaged everything he owns, right down to his underwear, to secure a loan from the bank.

Magician at party: No matter what they say, it's all about money. So let's imagine, ladies, that you're a savings and loan officer. Watch - one, two, three; see, you've got it all, and we've got nothing. You've got all four, take a look.

Happy Man: Welcome to Hollywood! What's your dream? Everybody comes here; this is Hollywood, land of dreams. Some dreams come true, some don't; but keep on dreamin - this is Hollywood. Always time to dream, so keep on dreamin'.

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Embracing Identity and Expectations in Life

Kit De Luca: A name... you want a name... the pressure of a name... I got it! Cinde-fucking-rella!

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Observations on Specific Types of Individuals

Kit De Luca: Those are two very specific examples of crackheads.

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Negotiating Prices with Humor

Kit De Luca: Fifty bucks, Grandpa. For seventy-five, the wife can watch.

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Kit's Frustration with the Sphincter Police

Kit De Luca: Yo, Viv, babe. Would ya come down here? The Sphincter Police won't let me through.

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The Impact of Negative Beliefs on Self-Perception

Vivian Ward: People put you down enough, you start to believe it.

Commitment to Kindness and Affection

Vivian Ward: Baby, I'm gonna treat you so nice, you're never gonna wanna let me go.

Acknowledging Edward's Special Gifts

Vivian Ward: I think you have a lot of special gifts, Edward.

Confidence in Self-Identity and Desire

Vivian Ward: I appreciate the whole seduction thing you've got going on here, but let me give you a tip: I'm a sure thing.

Casual plans for a simple day

Vivian Ward: You'll buy a snap dog and we'll cop a squat under a tree or somewhere.

The Allure of Negative Beliefs

Vivian Ward: The bad things are easier to believe. Haven't you noticed that?!

Struggles with Love and Attraction

Vivian Ward: The first guy I've ever loved was a total nothing. The second was worse. My mom called me a bum magnet. There was a bum in a fifty mile radius, I was completely attracted to him.

Questioning Authority and Influence

Vivian Ward: People always do what you tell them to do? ...I guess so.

Fashion Faux Pas Acknowledgment

Vivian Ward: Honey, I've got a runner in my pantyhose. I'm not wearing pantyhose.

Desire for a Fairy Tale Life

Vivian Ward: I want the fairy tale.

A Memorable Night Enjoyed Together

Vivian Ward: [to Edward] In case I forget to tell you later, I had a really good time tonight.

Extreme Reactions to Opera's Impact on People

Edward Lewis: People's reaction to opera the first time they hear it is extreme. They either love it or they hate it. If they love it, they will always love it. If they don't, they may learn to appreciate it, but it will never become part of their soul.