14 quotes
A Dangerous Game of Wishes
Alexandra
What happens if I wished you dead?
The Djinn
Why, how remarkably original of you, Alexandra. I'll tell you what. I'll give you one free wish. A sample. Just to get you in the spirit of the game.
Alexandra
All right. I want you to destroy yourself. Blow your brains out. Right now
The Djinn
Very well.
The Djinn
That which is eternal cannot die. But if it's any consolation, sweet Alex, THAT HURT LIKE HELL!
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Warning of a Malevolent Presence
The Djinn/Nathaniel Demerest
Run, insect. Run and tell those you will, what you will. Tell them there is something loose in their city which feeds on wishes. But tell them quickly, while you still have a soul.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
The True Nature of the Djinn
Alexandra
A djinn? A genie?
Wendy
Now hold on a minute. Forget what our culture has made of the Djinn. Forget ]. Forget ]. To the people of ancient Arabia, the Djinn was neither cute nor funny. It was something else entirely. It was the face of fear itself.
[[I Dream of Jeannie|Barbara Eden; [Aladdin (1992 Disney film)|Robin Williams]
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Frustration of Limited Power
The Djinn as Nathaniel Demerest
Do you have any idea how frustrating it is to have unlimited power, and only be able to use it when some worm asks you for something?
Merritt's Guard
No, I can't say that I do. I can't say that I give a shit, either.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Cautionary Tale of Wish-Making Consequences
Taglines
Your next wish could be your last...
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
The Djinn's Limitations on Killing
Alexandra
Where's Wendy?
The Djinn
Bedroom. But I wouldn't go in there if I were you. Messy. I needed her face.
Alexandra
You killed her.
The Djinn
Actually, I can't kill anyone. Not unless they wish me to. Your research should have told you that.
Alexandra
She didn't wish to be dead, you lying sack of shit!
The Djinn
I showed her my true face. Her reaction wasn't very flattering. As a matter of fact, she got downright hysterical! I merely asked if she wished to be released from her fear. You're a dangerous person to know, Alexandra. Your scientist friend, your boss, the policeman, Wendy. By the by-where is that tasty little sister of yours today?
[licks upper lip slowly]
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Navigating Complicated Workplace Relationships
Wendy
What an insufferable prick that man is. Still, it's not your problem. Unless, of course, you're stupid enough to be working for him.
[referring to Raymond Beaumont]
Alexandra
No.
[shaking her head]
Wendy
Or sleeping with him.
Alexandra
No.
[slightly disgusted]
Wendy
Oh good. Well, that establishes your discerning good taste. Uh-huh. What can I do for you?
[turns her attention to something else, then addresses Alex without looking at her]
Alexandra
Absolutely nothing at all until I can get your full attention.
[assertively]
Wendy
I like you.
[turns and stares at her, Alex stares right back]
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
A Conversation Between Beaumont and The Djinn
Beaumont
My God!
The Djinn
Not yet, human. Soon... very soon I will be.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Caution: Wishing Can Have Dire Consequences
Taglines
Don't make a sound, don't make a move, and above all else...don't make a wish.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Houdini's Feat in Two and a Half Minutes
The Djinn/Nathaniel Demerest
Houdini did it in two and a half minutes.
[Nathaniel provokes a man into wishing he could "escape", and the man suddenly appears in a straitjacket inside a steel-and-glass box filled with water]
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
The Origin and Danger of the Djinn
Narrator
Once, in a time before time, God breathed life into the universe. And the light gave birth to Angels. And the earth gave birth to Man. And the fire gave birth to the Djinn, creatures condemned to dwell in the void between the worlds. One who wakes a Djinn will be given three wishes. Upon the granting of the third, the unholy legions of the Djinn will be freed to rule the earth. Fear one thing in all there is...fear the Djinn.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Assessing My Appeal
The Djinn/Nathaniel Demerest
So, how do you like me so far?
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Cautionary Advice on Wishes
Taglines
Be careful what you wish for.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.
Claiming What Is Rightfully Mine
The Djinn/Nathaniel Demerest
I claim that which is owed.
Quotes sourced from Wikiquote (© Wikiquote contributors), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Modified for formatting/length.