The Sessions (2012) - Quotes

Inspired by a True Story

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Unexpected Conversations on Comfort and Desire

Father Brendan: I'm flabbergasted.

Mark O'Brien: She adores me. She'll do anything for me, and I can get pretty kinky sometimes.

Father Brendan: Here I was, ready to offer comfort to the forlorn. That's supposed to be my specialty. Now I guess I can throw away that little speech.

Mark O'Brien: No, no. Please make the little speech. I'd love to hear it.

Father Brendan: Okay, fine. Here it goes. The meaning of love. Love is a journey.

Mark O'Brien: I like it already.

Father Brendan: That’s it. That’s all I’ve got. I told you it’s short. Love is a journey.

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Exploring Relationship Status and Intentions

Susan Fernbach: Would you like me to visit you?

Mark O'Brien: Are you married?

Susan Fernbach: No.

Mark O'Brien: Do you have a steady boyfriend?

Susan Fernbach: No.

Mark O'Brien: Then please visit as often as you can.

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The Struggle for Meaning and Change

Mark O'Brien: I wanted to believe that because of Cheryl, my life had changed. But it hadn't. I just kept thinking, is that it? Is that all there is?

Father Brendan: I think you've done a great thing.

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Sex Therapy and Its Techniques Explained

Clerk: What kind of therapist is she, really?

Vera: I told you the first time, she's a sex therapist.

Vera: Today they're working on simultaneous orgasm.

Clerk: What's that?

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Desire for Connection and Recognition

Cheryl Cohen-Greene: So, what shall we talk about?

Mark O'Brien: We don't have to do much talking?

Mark O'Brien: I just wanted to be seen with you in public. And I want people to say, "Hey, who's that gimp with that beautiful blonde?

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Unexpected Therapy Revelation

Clerk: So, uh, what sort of therapy are they doing?

Vera: They're having sex.

Clerk: You're shitting me.

Vera: Okay, I'm shitting you.

Clerk: Oh no, come on, tell me for real. What are they actually doing?

Vera: Well, today, after some appropriate foreplay, they're gonna try to achieve full penetration.

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Navigating Personal Boundaries and Normalcy

Mark O'Brien: I feel really proud of myself, imposing on someone I hardly know, to fornicate in their home.

Rod: Get over it. It's perfectly normal.

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Exploring Relationships and Spiritual Perspectives

Mark O'Brien: So, is it possible for me to know a woman in the biblical sense, so to speak? And - and do I want to find out?

Father Brendan: And you want my opinion?

Mark O'Brien: Please.

Father Brendan: In my heart, I feel like He'll give you a free pass on this one. Go for it.

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Discussion on Intimacy and Physical Limitations

Laura White: Would I be correct in assuming you're unable to masturbate?

Mark O'Brien: Correct.

Laura White: Has anyone done it for you?

Mark O'Brien: No.

Laura White: Have you ever asked anyone?

Mark O'Brien: Not specifically. I asked someone to marry me once. She declined. Does that come close to masturbation?

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Assessing Chances in Romantic Pursuits

Mark O'Brien: So, what sort of chance do you give me?

Laura White: Of achieving your romantic fantasy? Very small to minute.

Mark O'Brien: Oh, look, you don't have to pull any punches. You can be direct with me.

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A Conversation About Enjoyment and Time Limits

Amanda: So, how long can you stay out?

Mark O'Brien: Three or four hours.

Amanda: Yeah?

Mark O'Brien: Depends on how much fun I'm having.

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The Value of Inexperience in Connection

Mark O'Brien: Do you have any experience?

Amanda: No, none at all.

Mark O'Brien: That sounds perfect.

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A Confession Request and Understanding Response

Father Brendan: I understand you'd like me to hear your confession.

Mark O'Brien: Yes, I would. I told my attendant to come back in half an hour. Is that okay?

Father Brendan: I'm in no rush.

Mark O'Brien: I can be a bit time consuming, but I'm, uh, worth the trouble.

Father Brendan: I'm here for you, Mark.

Mark O'Brien: Okay, this is not exactly a confession. I haven't yet done the deed. I was hoping sort of hoping to get a quote in advance.

Father Brendan: What's on your mind?

Mark O'Brien: The most immediate thing on my mind would be one of my attendants, Joan. I'm thinking of getting rid of her. It's an evil thought, but I - I can't help it.

Father Brendan: Is she dishonest, or incompetent?

Mark O'Brien: No, neither of those. She looks at me the wrong way. It's that you-need-me-more-than-I-need-you look. I'd like to show her she's wrong, just for the evil satisfaction it will give me. Is that a sin, Father?

Father Brendan: Well, it obviously troubles you.

Mark O'Brien: Yes, it troubles me a lot because what if it's really just a power trip. You know? Me against her. Me against the world.

Father Brendan: I really wouldn't worry about that. The question is whether you like having her around.

Mark O'Brien: I can't stand her.

Father Brendan: Well, then get rid of her. If I were in a position to choose, I'd find someone nice. Even if it was a power trip.

Mark O'Brien: Then I have your blessing to fire her?

Father Brendan: Unofficially, yes.

Mark O'Brien: That's good enough for me.

A Favor Between Friends

Joan: Would you mind if I asked you a favor?

Mark O'Brien: What? You need help moving furniture.

The Intersection of Divinity and Sexuality

Father Brendan: [to Mark O'Brien] It's amazing to me how often God is brought into the sex act. I understand even among non-believers the most common expression of sexual ecstasy is "Oh, God!