31 quotes
The Danger of the Bad Color Berry
Ivy
Oh, berries! What a splendid present!
[after Noah hands her some red berries]
Lucius
Be cautious. You are holding the bad color.
Ivy
This color attracts Those We Don't Speak Of. You ought not pick that color berry anymore.
[becomes worried, covers the berries with her hands; to Noah]
Lucius
He picked it from his pocket.
[in a hushed whisper]
Ivy
Your breathing has changed. What's wrong?
Lucius
If you did not pick this now, where did you get it?
[to Noah]
Lucius
Today at Resting Rock, Noah Percy handed Ivy Walker berries of the bad color. When asked where he found these berries, for they were not like others I have seen, he pointed to the drawing upon Resting Rock. It is my belief that Noah Percy has entered the woods, and has done so on many occasions. It is also my belief that because of his innocence those creatures who reside in the woods did not harm him. This strengthens my feeling that they will let me pass if the sense I am not a threat.
[to the elders]
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Perception Beyond Color in The Village
Ivy Walker
Papa, I cannot see his color.
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Belief in Protection from Magic Rocks
Ivy Walker
We'll be safe, we have the magic rocks.
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Acknowledging Unfathomable Fearlessness in Others
Edward Walker
You are fearless in a way that I shall never know.
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Reflections on Kindness and Silence
August Nicholson
I often wondered if you and my son bonded because neither of you was fond of speaking. You're very kind. You must pardon my manners; I haven't slept in many nights.
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Perception Beyond Sight in The Village
Lucius
Do you not wish you had your sight?
Ivy
I see the world, Lucius Hunt. Just not as you see it.
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Seeking Permission for a Dangerous Journey
Lucius Hunt
My mother is unaware of reasons of my visit today. She did not give her consent or consult me in any form. The passing of little Daniel Nicholson, from illness, and other events have weighed on my thoughts. I ask permission to cross into the forbidden woods and travel to the nearest town. I will gather new medicines, and I will return. With regards to those we don't speak of, I am certain they will let me pass. Creatures can sense emotion and fear. They will see I am pure of intention and not afraid. The end.
[reading a letter to the elders]
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A Deal for Quiet Room Access
Ivy
Noah Percy come here this minute. You must go into the quiet room.
Noah
No, no I'll cry quarts.
Ivy
If you will not go into the quiet room we must strike a deal.
Noah
Capital idea.
Ivy
You must promise never to hit anyone ever again.
Noah
No, no hitting.
Ivy
Do you promise to keep this deal secret?
Noah
Like a church mouse.
Ivy
The deal is struck.
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Perception of Color in Darkness
Ivy Walker
My sister cried a lot. You wonder how I recognize you? Some people - just a handful, mind you - give off the tiniest color. It's faint. Like a haze. It's the only thing I ever see in the darkness. Papa has it, too. Do you wonder what your color is? Well, that I won't tell you. It's not ladylike to speak of such things. You shouldn't even have asked.
[to Lucius]
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Love and Tradition in Marriage Proposals
Kitty
I'm in love! I want your permission to marry, Papa!
Edward
There's a proper manner in which these things are supposed to happen, such as the boy would normally be standing next to you, in a moment such as this! Where is the boy in all this, Kitty?!
Kitty
I haven't spoken to him as of yet.
Edward
The young man is unaware of your intentions?!
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Warning of a Potential Predator
Alice Hunt
What we seem to have amongst us is a predator of some type. Most likely a coyote, or a wolf. It's manner of killing and removing the fur, but leaving the flesh torn, may be a sign that this animal suffers from madness; and for the next fortnight we should be vigilant for sightings of this coyote. Keep careful watch over our little ones as they play on the hills.
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A Conversation on Courage and Identity
Lucius
It is cold outside. You ought to go in.
Ivy
Why are you on this porch?
Lucius
It is not safe.
Ivy
There are other porches...Do you find me too much of a tomboy? I do long to do boy things. Like that game the boys play at the stump. They put their backs to the woods, and see how long they can wait before getting scared. It's so exciting. I understand you hold the record. It will never be broken, they say.
Lucius
It's just children's games.
Ivy
How is it you are brave when all the rest of us shake in our boots?
Lucius
I do not worry about what will happen, only what needs to be done.
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Communication and Fear in Relationships
Ivy
No, I won't tell you your color, stop asking. When we are married, will you dance with me? I find dancing very agreeable. Why can you not say what is in your head?
Lucius
Why can you not stop saying what is in yours? Why must you lead, when I want to lead? If I want to dance, I will ask you to dance. If I want to speak I will open my mouth and speak. Everyone is forever plaguing me to speak further. Why? What good is it to tell you you are in my every thought from the time I wake? What good can come from my saying that I sometimes cannot think clearly or do my work properly? What gain can rise of my telling you the only time I feel fear as others do is when I think of you in harm? That is why I am on this porch, Ivy Walker. I fear for your safety before all others. And yes, I will dance with you on our wedding night.
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Unspoken Desires and Reluctant Actions
Ivy Walker
I know why you denied my sister. When I was younger, you used to hold my arm when I walked. Then suddenly you stopped. One day, I even tripped in your presence and nearly fell. I was faking, of course, but still you did not hold me. Sometimes we don't do things we want to do so that others will not know we want to do them.
[to Lucius]
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Yearning for Connection and Comfort
August Nicholson
Who'll pinch me to wake me up? Who will laugh at me when I fall? Whose breath will I listen for so that I may sleep? Whose hand will I hold so that I may walk?
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Finding Love Again in The Village
Ivy Walker
My sister has found love... again.
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Exploring the Nature of Love
Lucius Hunt
There are different types of love.
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A Father's Shame Over His Daughter's Blindness
Edward Walker
The moment I heard my daughter's vision had finally failed her, and that she'd forever be blind, I was sitting in that chair. I was so ashamed.
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Impending Threat in The Village
Noah Percy
They're coming.
Noah Percy
... Bad color! Bad, bad color! Bad c-color...!
[near-hysterical, laughing and sobbing]
Kitty Walker
Don't let them in!
[whispering]
Brown-Eyed Girl
Heed the warning bell, for they are coming.
Finton Coin
Thank you, Lucius. You're a good friend.
Jay (M. Night Shyamalan)
Do not get into conversations.
Beatrice
It is amazing what two people love chooses to unite. It follows no rules.
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Gratitude for Time Shared
Edward Walker
We are grateful for the time we have been given.
[part of a table grace]
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The Cost of Standing for Justice
Edward Walker
Yes, I have risked. I hope I am always able to risk everything for the just and right cause.
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Defining Identity Through Silence and Choice
Ivy Walker
I'm not going to tell you what your color is, so stop asking.
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Ivy's Return to Lucius
Ivy Walker
I'm back, Lucius.
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Strength of Will to Live
Edward Walker
His will to live is very strong.
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Reflections on Life and Nature
Ivy Walker
Baby sleep, gently sleep / Life is long and love is deep. / Time will be sweet for thee / All the world to see. / Time to look around and know / How the shadows come and go, / How the breeze stirs the tree, / How the blossoms grow.
[singing to her sister Kitty]
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A Compliment on Running Style
Lucius
You run like a boy.
Ivy
Thank you.
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The Power of Love's Influence
Edward Walker
The world moves for love; it kneels before it in awe.
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Understanding with the Woods' Creatures
Edward Walker
We have always had a gentle understanding with the creatures that live in the woods.
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The Depth of Love and Loss
Ivy Walker
If he dies, all that is left of me will die with him.
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A Question of Thoughts and Communication
Alice Hunt
What goes on in that head of yours? Say something Lucius.
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Curiosity and the Nature of Attention
Edward Walker
What manner of spectacle has attracted your attention so splendidly I ought carry it in my pocket to help me teach?
[approaching students who have found slain animal]
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